The obverse of the coin features the Vytis in the centre on a shield, surrounded by the inscription LIETUVA (Lithuania), year of issue (2011), denomination (50 litas), mintmark of the Lithuanian Mint, and an element of the brick wall of Vilnius Upper Castle.
The reverse of the coin features a stylised image of Vilnius Upper Castle on a background of the city. At the top is the inscription VILNIAUS AUKŠTUTINĖ PILIS.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
VILNIAUS AUKŠTUTINĖ PILIS (Translation: Vilnius Upper Castle)
Edge
Lettered
Mint
(LMK) Lithuanian Mint (Lietuvos Monetu Kalykla), Vilnius, Lithuania (1990-date)