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50 Lekë Gjirokastër
| Gold (.900) | 9.87 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Albania |
|---|---|
| Period | Socialist Republic (1945-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1968-1970 |
| Value | 50 Lekë (50 ALL) |
| Currency | New lek (1965-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 9.87 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1992 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1970
50
LEKË
900
Edge
Reeded
Comment
For the 1970 issue the fineness marking has been incorporated in the diesInteresting fact
The 50 Lekë (Gjirokastër) coin from Albania, made of Gold (.900) and weighing 9.87g, is a non-circulating coin that was minted between 1968 and 1970. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the historic Gjirokastër Castle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most well-preserved Ottoman-era castles in the Balkans. The castle is depicted on the obverse side of the coin, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, while the reverse side features the Albanian coat of arms and the denomination. This coin is a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lekë (Gjirokastër) 1968-1970 coin.
