1 Frang Ar 1927-1928 front 1 Frang Ar 1927-1928 back
1 Frang Ar 1927-1928 photo
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1 Frang Ar

 
Silver (.835) 5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Albania
Period
First Republic (1925-1928)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1927-1928
Value
1 Frang Ar = 5 Lek (5&nbspALK)
Currency
Old lek (1926-1965)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1940
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#24312
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

Prow of a Roman ship, left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
FR.A
1927
R

Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Frang Ar coin from Albania, minted between 1927 and 1928, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Ismail Qemali, a prominent Albanian national hero who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire. The reverse side features an image of a double-headed eagle, which is a common symbol in Albanian heraldry and represents the country's rich cultural heritage. It's worth noting that the coin is made of silver (.835) and weighs 5 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1927 R 100000 - - - - - -
1928 R 60000 - - - - - -

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