Marin Constantin honoured with a BNR coin

Banca Națională a României released a coin on 8 December 2025 dedicated to the Marin Constantin centenary, marking 100 years since the birth of the Madrigal Choir’s founder. The numismatic issue celebrates Maestro Marin Constantin’s exceptional artistic contribution and is intended for collectors and lovers of cultural heritage.

The coin is made of copper-plated tombac, has a face value of 1 leu, a diameter of 37 mm and a weight of 23,5 grams. The obverse depicts Maestro Marin Constantin conducting the Madrigal Choir, alongside the inscription „ROMANIA”, the country’s coat of arms, the year of issue „2025” and the face value „1 LEU”. The reverse features a portrait of the ensemble’s founder, together with the Madrigal Choir’s logo and the inscription „CENTENAR MARIN CONSTANTIN”.

The coins are packaged in transparent methacrylate capsules, accompanied by information leaflets and cardboard folders, with a maximum issue of 5.000 pieces. The selling price is 240 lei (excluding VAT), including the presentation packaging. These coins are legal tender in Romania and will be available through BNR’s regional branches in Bucharest, Cluj, Constanța, Dolj, Iași and Timiș.