50 Lekë (Locomotives; Trial) 1986 front 50 Lekë (Locomotives; Trial) 1986 back
50 Lekë (Locomotives; Trial) 1986 photo
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50 Lekë Locomotives; Trial

1986 year
Palladium (.900) 31.1 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Albania
Period
Socialist Republic (1945-1990)
Type
Pattern
Year
1986
Value
50 Lekë (50&nbspALL)
Currency
New lek (1965-date)
Composition
Palladium (.900)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 1992
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58772
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Locomotive motif

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50 LEKË

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Lekë coin was designed by the Albanian artist, M. P. Shyti, and it features an image of a steam locomotive on the obverse side, while the reverse side bears the national emblem of Albania. This coin was minted in 1986 as a trial piece, and it is believed that only 500 pieces were produced, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  18 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lekë (Locomotives; Trial) 1986 coin.