1 Lek (Trial) 1931 front 1 Lek (Trial) 1931 back
1 Lek (Trial) 1931 photo
© Stacks Bowers

1 Lek Trial

1931 year
Nickel 8 g 26.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Albania
King
Zog I (1928-1939)
Type
Pattern
Year
1931
Value
1 Lek (1&nbspALK)
Currency
Old lek (1926-1965)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
8 g
Diameter
26.7 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1940
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#160746
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Alexander the Great on horseback

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROVA
L 1·LEK 1931

Translation: Trial

Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Lek (Trial) 1931 is a rare and unique coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coinage for the Albanian government in 1931, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of King Zog I, while the reverse side shows the Albanian flag and the denomination. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

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 1 Lek (Trial) 1931 coin.