© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
5 Lekë League of Lezhë
| Silver (.999) | 16.66 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| Period | Socialist Republic (1945-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1969-1970 |
| Value | 5 Lekë (5 ALL) |
| Currency | New lek (1965-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 16.66 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1992 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#20972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
League of Lezhë motif
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SHQIPËRI·ALBANIA
1444-1968
LIDHJA E LEZHËS - LIGA LISSI
Translation:
Albania
League of Lezhë
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Countermarks for 1968 and 1969 coins were hand positioned, then punched. The result is a variety of countermark positions, to the left and right of LEKEFor the 1970 issue the fineness marking has been incorporated in the dies
Interesting fact
The 5 Lekë coin from Albania, minted between 1969 and 1970, has an interesting feature. It's a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item or a gift. Despite its small denomination, it's made of silver (.999) and weighs a significant 16.66 grams, making it a unique and valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | 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 5 Lekë (League of Lezhë) 1969-1970 coin.
