Lithuania 50 litu The First Lithuanian Book PR68 PCGS proof silver coin 1997

The 1997 Lithuania 50 Litu silver Proof coin commemorates the 450th anniversary of the first printed book in the Lithuanian language, a landmark in the nation’s literary and cultural history. Certified PCGS PR68DCAM, this impressive commemorative centers its thematic side on a detailed reproduction of the historic book’s ornate title page, framed by elaborate Renaissance-style floral scrollwork and decorative motifs. The design recalls Martynas Mažvydas’s Catechism, printed in Königsberg in 1547 and recognized as the first Lithuanian printed book. The opposite side features the Vytis, Lithuania’s historic national emblem: an armored knight on a charging horse with raised sword and heraldic shield bearing the double cross. The horse’s reins, saddle, harness, flowing tail and dynamic legs are clearly modeled, accompanied by the country name, 50 Litu denomination, 1997 date and mint mark. Struck in silver with a deep cameo Proof finish, this PCGS-certified coin connects printing, education, language and national identity, making it a fascinating acquisition for collectors of literature and European cultural heritage.

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