2009 Lithuania 1Lt Circulation Coin "Vilnius"

• Mint: Lithuanian Mint
• Denomination: 1 Litas
• Quality: Uncirculated
• Issue limit: 1 million
• Alloy: Base metal
• Diameter: 22.30 mm
• Weight: 6.25 grams
• Design: Vytautas Narutis
• Box/Capsule: No/No
• Certificate: No

Additional Information

Please click here for the official celebration web page!

The European Capital of Culture is a city designated by the European Union for a period of one calendar year during which it is given a chance to showcase its cultural life and cultural development.

A number of European cities have used the City of Culture year to transform their cultural base and, in doing so, the way in which they are viewed internationally.

In 2009 Vilnius was selected as a European Capital of Culture, along with Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. Its 2009 New Year's Eve celebration, marking the event, featured a light show said to be "visible from outer space". In preparation, the historical center of the city was restored and its main monuments were renewed.