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50 Litų Vilnius - European Capital of Culture
2009 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 50 Litų (50 LTL) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#43954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Features an image of an artist-Muse, symbolising Europe's cultural roots – Classical Culture – painting on an easel in the shape of Gediminas Castle – the symbol of Vilnius. In a circle is the inscription VILNIUS – EUROPOS KULTŪROS SOSTINĖ (Vilnius – European Capital of Culture) and year of issue (2009).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VILNIUS – EUROPOS KULTŪROS SOSTINĖ
2009
Engraver: Vytautas Narutis
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: VILNIUS–METROPOLIS CULTURAE EUROPENSIS
Comment
Data of issue 17-03-2009Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania, being named the European Capital of Culture in 2009. The coin's design features an image of the city's historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and includes several iconic landmarks such as the Gediminas Tower and the Vilnius Cathedral.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 LMK | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Litų (Vilnius - European Capital of Culture) 2009 coin.
