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📝 Product description – Qifteli 100 cm
The Qifteli is much more than a musical instrument: It is a cultural heritage of Albania and Kosovo, passed down through generations. This model is a particularly impressive example with about 100 cm length – traditionally handcrafted from wood.
At first glance, it’s clear: This Qifteli is not just an instrument to play, but also a symbol of pride and identity. Its look is defined by the double-headed eagle motif and fine dot borders – authentic, high-quality, and decorative at the same time.
Many customers place the Qifteli together with the Albanian flag in the living room, music room, or club rooms. This combination connects music with a sense of home – which is why demand is so high in the diaspora in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
🖋️ Dedication – optional
On request, you can have your Qifteli enhanced with a personal dedication – ideal as a gift, for special occasions, or as a keepsake. Popular choices include names, a date, or a short dedication.
✅ Suitable for: name, date, short dedication
✍️ Recommendation: short & easy to read (max. 42 characters if set that way in the shop)
🔎 Important: Please write exactly as it should appear (case sensitivity, special characters)
⏳ Note: Personalized items are excluded from cancellation (see note above)
🎶 Note about the replacement strings
Every Qifteli comes with free replacement strings. These are not only reserved for later use but are also intended in case a string gets damaged during transport. This way, we ensure you can play your instrument immediately – whether the original strings remain intact or not.
So if a string breaks while unpacking, you can use the included replacement strings right away. In this case, they are considered a free service, so no refund is necessary. If everything is fine during shipping, you will receive the replacement strings as a practical free bonus for later use.
🇦🇱 Symbolism: The double-headed eagle & the Albanian flag
The double-headed eagle is one of Albania’s most important symbols and closely linked to national identity – visible on the Albanian flag. This Qifteli also carries the motif on the soundboard, making the connection between music and heritage instantly recognizable.
Whether played or hung as decoration: you hold a piece of Albanian culture in your hands. Many families deliberately combine the Qifteli with an Albanian flag to make tradition and belonging visible at home.
This combination – Albanian flag + Qifteli – is also especially popular as a gift: for weddings, birthdays, or as an emotional present for family and friends.
📌 Dimensions & details – what you should know
🎸 Length: approx. 100 cm (long model, impressive appearance)
🌲 Material: natural wood, traditionally processed
🦅 Motif: double-headed eagle – inspired by the Albanian flag
⚫️ Decoration: dot borders around the body
🎵 Strings: 2 – classic for Qifteli instruments
🛠️ Craftsmanship: genuine handmade from Kosovo
📦 Shipping: from Germany, from
🎁 Package contents
1× Qifteli (long model, approx. 100 cm)
2× picks (ideal for beginners & advanced players)
2× replacement strings (practical for longer use)
🌍 The significance of the Qifteli for Albanians worldwide
For many Albanians, the Qifteli is a cultural heritage – closely connected to history, family, and tradition. Those living in Germany, Switzerland, or Austria often immediately associate its sound with home, celebrations, and memories.
It is especially powerful in combination with the Albanian flag. In many households, the Qifteli hangs on the wall as a decorative piece – a visible sign of belonging and pride.
Whether at club celebrations, weddings, or cultural events: the Qifteli is present and stands for unity and identity.
📜 History of the Qifteli
The Qifteli originally comes from Kosovo and northern Albania and has been part of the Albanian musical tradition for centuries. It was played at festivals, village gatherings, and family celebrations – accompanying songs, stories, and epic ballads.
Especially in times when identity and culture were particularly important, the Qifteli remained a cultural symbol. Its unmistakable sound conveys a sense of home – whether in Tirana, Prishtina, Zurich, or Munich.
🌍 The Role of the Qifteli in the Diaspora
Millions of Albanians live today in the diaspora – especially in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. For many families, the Qifteli is an emotional piece of home. It is played, gifted, and often hung as decoration – often right next to the Albanian flag.
Buying a Qifteli in Germany means more than "just" an instrument for many: it is a choice for tradition, identity, and belonging.
🎶 Musical Significance & Playing Style
With only two strings, the Qifteli is unique. It is relatively easy to learn and deeply rooted in folk music. Many traditional songs tell stories of home, unity, and history – and are still played on the Qifteli today.
More and more young musicians in the diaspora are rediscovering the instrument – often as a blend of tradition and modernity at weddings, celebrations, and concerts.
🎁 Qifteli as Decoration & Gift
The Qifteli is not just for playing – it is also a unique Albanian decoration. Especially popular is the wall display together with the Albanian flag. It looks powerful, traditional, and instantly recognizable.
As a gift, it is a classic in the diaspora: for birthdays, weddings, or as a reminder of home. Anyone who wants to give culture is spot on with a Qifteli.
🛠️ Craftsmanship & Production
Each Qifteli is unique, handcrafted in Kosovo. It is made from natural wood, carefully processed: shaping the body, crafting the top, and refining the details precisely. The double-headed eagle motif and the borders give the instrument its distinctive character.
Many workshops have been making Qifteli for generations. When you buy a Qifteli handmade Kosovo, you get not just an instrument but a piece of living tradition.
🧰 Care & tuning of the Qifteli
To keep your Qifteli beautiful and sounding great for a long time, a few simple rules help:
🌡️ Room climate: store in a dry place, protect from direct sunlight
🎸 Strings: check regularly and replace if needed (spare strings included)
🧴 Wood: clean occasionally with a soft cloth; care lightly if needed
🎶 Tuning: a tuner for string instruments makes getting started easier
As decoration, the Qifteli looks especially good hanging on the wall next to an Albanian flag – traditional and protected at the same time.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where can I buy a Qifteli in Germany?
With us, buying Qifteli in Germany is directly possible: shipping from Germany, pre-order with shipping from .
Does the Qifteli come with accessories?
Yes. Every Qifteli includes 2 picks and 2 spare strings.
Can I use the Qifteli just as decoration?
Of course. Many use it as Albanian decoration in the living room – often together with an Albanian flag.
Is the Qifteli a good gift?
Yes. It is a classic gift for the diaspora: emotional, traditional, and meaningful – especially with an optional dedication.
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✅ Summary – Pre-order your Qifteli 100 cm now
This Qifteli 100 cm stands for culture, tradition, and identity. Whether as a musical instrument, wall decoration with the Albanian flag, or a special gift: it connects generations and brings a piece of home to you.
Since this is a pre-order campaign, we recommend ordering early. Shipping starts from .
Shipping and Return Policy
Shipping within 1–4 business days 🇩🇪 Returns possible within 14 days. Return shipping costs are paid by the buyer. You can find more information in our Terms of Service, Return Policy, and Shipping Conditions.
