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2 Lek - Victor Emmanuel III
| Acmonital | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| Period | Italian occupation (1939-1943) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1939-1941 |
| Value | 2 Lek (2 ALK) |
| Currency | Old lek (1926-1965) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1945 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Two headed eagle between Lictor axes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHQIPNI
1939 XVIII
2 LEK
ALBANIA
R
G. ROMAGNOLI
Translation:
Albania
1939 XVIII
2 LEK
ALBANIA
R
G. ROMAGNOLI
Engraver: Giuseppe Romagnoli
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Lek coin featuring Victor Emmanuel III from Albania, made of Acmonital and weighing 10g, is interesting because it was minted during a brief period of Italian occupation in Albania during World War II. The coin was introduced in 1939 and was used until 1941, when Italy withdrew from Albania. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political landscape of Europe during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 R | 1300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lek - Victor Emmanuel III 1939-1941 coin.
