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1 Frang Ar - Zog I Independence; Trial strike
1937 year| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| King | Zog I (1928-1939) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 1 Frang Ar = 5 Lek (5 ALK) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#95130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XXV·VJETORI·I·INDIPENDENCËS
FR.AR·1
-28·XI·1912·1937-
PROVA
Translation:
25th Anniversary of Independence
Trial
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: MBRETNIA SHQIPTARE
Translation: Albanian Kingdom
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Frang Ar - Zog I (Independence; Trial strike) 1937 from Albania is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike to test the dies and minting process, and as such, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 R | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Frang Ar - Zog I (Independence; Trial strike) 1937 coin.
