KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

50 lek 1953 — Albania ( Pick: FX7 )

Region: Europe
Front side
50 lek Albania 1953 — Front side
Back side
50 lek Albania 1953 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 50 lek issued in Albania in 1953. It is cataloged under Pick number FX7, which identifies it within the issue. The denomination and year place it among documented banknotes.

The front side features black and red print with a yellow underprint, while the reverse displays green print accented by an orange underprint. The dimensions of the banknote are 135 x 75 mm.

This note is made of paper. The State Bank of Albania produced banknotes with various designs, reflecting the period's printing techniques.

Specifications

Date of issue
1953
Paper
Paper
Colour
Black and red print; yellow underprint on obverse; green print; orange underprint on reverse
Dimensions
135 x 75 mm
Pick catalog
FX7

About this banknote

The 50 lek banknote from Albania was issued by the Banka e Shtetit Shqiptar in 1953. This series was introduced as part of Albania’s monetary restructuring after World War II. The notes of this period aimed to stabilize the economy and reflect the new socialist order in the country.

On the front side, the banknote features intricate designs including the Albanian coat of arms with an eagle and a star. Inscriptions in both Albanian and Italian are present, highlighting its dual-language feature. The back side consists of decorative patterns with text indicating the issuing authority. This note is cataloged as Pick FX7.

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