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100 Franga Ari Zog; Trial
1927 year| Silver (.900) | 31 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| Period | First Republic (1925-1928) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1927 |
| Value | 100 Franga Ari = 500 Lek (500 ALK) |
| Currency | Old lek (1926-1965) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1940 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#40674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Bust facing right
Script: Latin
Lettering: AMET ZOGU
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 100 Franga Ari coin was designed by the Albanian sculptor, Odhise Paskali, and it features a unique blend of traditional Albanian motifs and modernist elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized portrait of King Zog I, while the reverse side features a depiction of a double-headed eagle, which is a common symbol in Albanian heraldry. The coin's design was meant to reflect the country's rich cultural heritage and its aspirations for independence and modernization during the early 20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 V | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Franga Ari (Zog; Trial) 1927 coin.
