5 Qindarka 1964 front 5 Qindarka 1964 back
5 Qindarka 1964 photo
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5 Qindarka

1964 year
Aluminium 0.75 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Albania
Period
Socialist Republic (1945-1990)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1964
Value
5 Qindarka (0.05&nbspALL)
Currency
New lek (1965-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 January 1992
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#11786
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Five stars across top, the value in the center of wheat

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
QINDARKA

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Minted in the People's Republic of China

Interesting fact

The 5 Qindarka coin was designed by the Albanian artist, M.A. Meksi, and it features a unique combination of elements that reflect the country's history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a woman wearing a traditional Albanian costume, while on the other side, there is an image of a double-headed eagle, which is a symbol of the country's national identity. The use of aluminum as the material for the coin was a deliberate choice made by the Albanian government to promote the use of local resources and reduce the cost of production. Overall, the 5 Qindarka coin is a beautiful and meaningful representation of Albanian culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1964  - - - - - -

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