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½ Lek Trial
1931 year| Nickel | 6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| King | Zog I (1928-1939) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1931 |
| Value | ½ Lek (½ ALK) |
| Currency | Old lek (1926-1965) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1940 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Hercules wrestling Nemean Lion
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2 LEK
PROVA
L
Translation: Trial
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of King Zog I, who ruled Albania from 1925 to 1939. The coin was minted during his reign, and it's interesting to note that King Zog I was the only king of Albania to have been born in the country. He played a significant role in Albania's modernization and was known for his efforts to modernize the country's infrastructure, military, and economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 L | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Lek (Trial) 1931 coin.
