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5 Litai
1991 yearCopper-nickel | 4.4 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | Lithuania |
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Period | Republic (1990-date) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1991 |
Value | 5 Litai (5 LTL) |
Currency | New litas (1993-2014) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 4.4 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | 31 December 1995 |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#5641 |
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Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Value with lines above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
LITAI
Engraver: Petras Garška
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Litai 1991 coin features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of the Lithuanian national emblem, which consists of a white knight on a horseback, holding a sword and a shield with the Lithuanian coat of arms. This emblem is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, which symbolizes strength and durability. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a Lithuanian folk instrument, the kanklės, which is a type of stringed instrument that is traditionally played in Lithuanian folk music. This design was chosen to highlight the country's rich cultural traditions and to promote national identity.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1991 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Litai 1991 coin.