Overview
Issued by the National Bank of Moldova in 2015, this 1 Leu banknote honors Moldova’s national hero, Prince Stephen the Great (Ștefan cel Mare), alongside one of the nation’s oldest and most revered Orthodox architectural landmarks, Căpriana Monastery.

Key Features & Details:
Country: Moldova (Republica Moldova)

Denomination: 1 Leu (Un Leu)

Material: Paper

Condition: Uncirculated (UNC) – Crisp paper, sharp corners, pristine margins, and clean multi-color printing.

Obverse (Front): Engraved portrait of Prince Stephen the Great wearing a crown on the left, central coat of arms of Moldova, circular seal inscribed with lines from the famous Miorița folk ballad (Pe-un picior de plai, pe-o gură de rai…), BNM logo, issue year “2015”, and serial number A.0251 504961.

Reverse (Back): Detailed illustration of Căpriana Monastery (Mănăstirea Căpriana) set within a decorative frame, title “BANCA NAȚIONALĂ A MOLDOVEI”, denomination text “UN LEU”, BNM monogram, and ancient column motifs.

Serial Number: A.0251 504961 (Exact note shown in photos will be delivered)

Collector Value:
A hallmark Eastern European banknote celebrating Moldovan royal history, national literature, and religious architecture in pristine uncirculated condition.