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50 Litų XXVI Olympic Games in Atlanta
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 23.30 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 50 Litų (50 LTL) |
| Currency | New litas (1993-2014) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 23.30 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2015 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#56118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coin displays stylized figures of basketball players, the logo of the Lithuanian National Olympic Committee on the right and the inscriptions ATLANTA and 1996 arranged in a semi-circle on the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ATLANTA 1996
Engraver: Giedrius Paulauskis
Edge
Lettered
Script: Latin
Lettering: CITIUS. ALTIUS. FORTIUS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the XXVI Olympic Games held in Atlanta, Georgia, USA in 1996. The coin features a unique design that showcases the Olympic spirit and the Lithuanian culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Lithuanian coat of arms, while the reverse side features a stylized image of an Olympic athlete in motion, surrounded by the inscription "XXVI OLIMPIADA ATLANTA 1996" (XXVI Olympics Atlanta 1996). The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for both numismatists and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 LMK | 6000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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