The second commemorative golden coin of 100 litas, dedicated to the millennium of the mention of Lithuania”s name was presented at the historical cradle of Lithuania – the Gothic hall of Trakai Castle on Tuesday. The commemorative coin was issued on September 30 and started circulating as valid for making payments.

According to Reinoldijus Sarkinas, chairman of the board of directors of the Bank of Lithuania, it is already a 56th commemorative coin issued by the central bank, which reflects the prosperity of the country and symbolizes the historical and cultural heritage of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania (LDK), reports ELTA.

One side of the coin features the lines of the map of LDK, another side – a stylized Vytis in the background of flames of historical victories and constant renewal. The coin costs 850 litas (249 euros). In total, the bank will issue 10,000 such coins.

The ceremony at the Trakai castle was attended by Liudas Parulskis, author of the graphic design, Giedrius Paulauskis, author of its plaster model, Professor Alfredas Bumblauskas, author of the text of the brochure intended for the coin, collectors, representatives of museums and media.

The first coin from this series was issued in September, last year, and the third coin, which will be the last one, will appear in 2009.