50 Lekë “550 year In memoriam Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu, 1468-2018”, year 2018, without legal tender

Nominal value 50 Lekë
Material CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight 12- 13 g
Diameter 28 mm
Edge Reeded
Mintage 1000
Author Petraq Papa
Minted Royal Dutch Mint, Holland

Obverse: Some elements are presented combined together: the eagle of the emblem of the Kastrioti family; the helmet of Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg; two intersecting swords; two olive branches, as a symbol of glory. At the lower part of the coin, the nominal value “50 LEKË” is written. The theme “550 VJET IN MEMORIAM GJERGJ KASTRIOTI SKËNDERBEU 1468-2018” is inscribed around the ring of the coin. All the elements presented in the design are carved.

Reverse: At the center, a composition of the symbol of the League of Lezha, the profile of Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg facing right, placed on the stylized emblem. On each side of the emblem, four swords as a symbol of unity. Above, “SHQIPËRI – ALBANIA” is inscribed. Below, two floral elements, tied by a ribbon with the inscription 2018 in the middle.