50 Litų (Kaunas Castle) 2008 front 50 Litų (Kaunas Castle) 2008 back
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50 Litų Kaunas Castle

2008 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Lithuania
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
50 Litų (50&nbspLTL)
Currency
New litas (1993-2014)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 2015
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#30559
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

The reverse of coin features an image of Kaunas Castle, surrounded by the inscription KAUNO PILIS (Kaunas Castle).

Script: Latin

Lettering: KAUNO PILIS

Translation: Kaunas Castle

Designer: Giedrius Paulauskis

Edge

Lettered

Lettering: ISTORIJOS IR ARCHITEKTŪROS PAMINKLAI

Translation: Historical and architectural monuments

Comment

Data of issue 23-05-2008

Interesting fact

The Kaunas Castle coin was designed by Lithuanian artist Rytis Martinaitis and features a stunning representation of the Kaunas Castle, a medieval fortress located in Kaunas, Lithuania. The castle is depicted in great detail, with its towers, battlements, and entrance gate prominently displayed on the coin's obverse. The reverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Lithuania, along with the denomination and year of issue. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008 LMK 10000 - - - - - -

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