20 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Helmet) 1968-1970 front 20 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Helmet) 1968-1970 back
20 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Helmet) 1968-1970 photo
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20 Lekë Skanderbeg's Helmet

 
Gold (.900) 3.95 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Albania
Period
Socialist Republic (1945-1990)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1968-1970
Value
20 Lekë (20&nbspALL)
Currency
New lek (1965-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.95 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1992
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33927
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20
LEKË
900

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Countermark for 1968 and 1969 coins were hand positioned, then punched. The result is a variety of countermark positions, to the left and right of LEKE

For the 1970 issues the fineness marking has been incorporated in the dies

Interesting fact

The 20 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Helmet) coin from Albania, minted between 1968 and 1970, is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Skanderbeg, a 15th-century Albanian national hero who led the fight against the Ottoman Empire, while the reverse side depicts his iconic helmet, which has become a symbol of Albanian national identity. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1968  24 - - - - - -
1969  650 - - - - - -
1970  500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Helmet) 1968-1970 coin.