© PCGS
© PCGS
25 Lekë Skanderbeg's Victory over the Turks
| Silver (.999) | 83.33 g | 60 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| Period | Socialist Republic (1945-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1968-1970 |
| Value | 25 Lekë (25 ALL) |
| Currency | New lek (1965-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 83.33 g |
| Diameter | 60 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1992 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33928 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Albania arms with date and value below, flanked by four stars on each side. Hallmark at bottom right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
24 MAI 1944
1970
25
LEKË
SHQIPËRI ALBANIA
Edge
Reeded
Comment
For 1968 and 1969, the date is at the bottom of the obverse. For 1970 (main photos) it is reverse below the arms.Countermarks for 1968 and 1969 coins were hand positioned, then punched; the result is a variety of countermark positions, to the left and the right of LEKE, always incuse
For the 1970 issue the fineness marking has been incorporated in the dies, hence is in relief.
Interesting fact
The 25 Lekë coin (Skanderbeg's Victory over the Turks) from Albania, made of Silver (.999) and weighing 83.33 g, is interesting because it was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Skanderbeg's victory over the Ottoman Turks in 1468. Skanderbeg, also known as George Kastrioti, was a national hero who led the resistance against the Ottoman Empire's invasion of Albania and is considered one of the most important figures in Albanian history. The coin's design features a portrait of Skanderbeg on horseback, with the Albanian flag and a depiction of the battle in the background. This coin is a symbol of Albanian pride and history, and its mintage was limited to only 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 8540 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Lekë (Skanderbeg's Victory over the Turks) 1968-1970 coin.
