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🖋️ Important note regarding personalization (dedication): If you select a dedication , your Qifteli will be individually customized according to your specifications . Personalized items are not eligible for return (exception to the right of return applies to custom-made goods). Tip: Please check your dedication text carefully (spelling, special characters, names).
📝 Product description – Qifteli 65 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is the smallest model in our Qifteli series and was traditionally handcrafted in Kosovo . Despite its compact size, it remains an authentic Albanian musical instrument , blending musical history with cultural pride .
The soundboard features a double-headed eagle motif – inspired by the Albanian flag – and is decorated with a border of dots. This gives it a traditional and high-quality look, making the Qifteli a visible symbol of Albanian identity .
Whether as a decorative piece with a connection to your homeland or as a genuine musical instrument – this compact qifteli brings the sounds of Albania and Kosovo directly into your home. Ideal for collectors , beginners , and music lovers looking for a space-saving yet fully functional model.
Note: This model is the smallest in our Qifteli series. Longer versions (80 cm, 93 cm, 100 cm) are available separately.
🖋️ Dedication – optional
If you wish, you can have your Qifteli personalized with a dedication – perfect as a gift or as a personal keepsake.
✅ Suitable for: Name, date, short dedication
✍️ Recommendation: short & easily readable (max. 42 characters, if set so in the shop)
🔎 Important: Please write it exactly as it should be copied (capitalization, special characters)
⏳ Note: Personalized items are excluded from the right of withdrawal (see note above)
📌 Dimensions & Details
🎸 Length: approx. 65 cm (compact model)
🌲 Material: Natural wood
🎨 Design: Double-headed eagle motif on the soundboard
⚫️ Decor: Dotted borders around the body
🎵 Strings: 2
🛠️ Handmade: Made in Kosovo
📦 Shipping: directly from Germany, from
🎁 Scope of delivery
1× Qifteli (small model, 65 cm)
2x Plectra
2x replacement strings
🎉 Ideal for
Musicians & Music Lovers
Albanian Decoration & Tradition
Collectors & Beginners
Gift idea for Albanians & Kosovo Albanians worldwide
🎶 Note regarding replacement strings
Every Qifteli comes with free spare strings . These serve not only as a backup for later use, but are also intended in case a string is damaged during transport . This way you can use your instrument right away.
Should a string break upon unpacking, you can use the included replacement strings immediately. In this case, they are considered a free service , so no refund is necessary. If everything is fine during shipping, the replacement strings remain as a convenient free bonus for later use.
🇦🇱 Symbolism of the small Qifteli
The double-headed eagle is the most important symbol of Albania and adorns the Albanian flag . On the Qifteli, this motif connects music and identity – visible and tangible in everyday life.
The small Qifteli (65 cm) is often used as a decoration in the living room – frequently right next to an Albanian flag . It is thus a visible symbol of pride, heritage, and homeland .
Even in the Albanian diaspora, the Qifteli symbolizes unity. Whether in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, many families combine it with the flag to keep their heritage present in their homes.
🌍 Meaning of the 65 cm Qifteli
As the smallest model in the series, the 65 cm Qifteli plays a special role: it is space-saving yet functional . This makes it perfect for apartments and club rooms. It is easy to transport and ideal for beginners, young people, and collectors .
It is also a particularly popular gift. Many parents give their children the 65 cm Qifteli as their first musical instrument , before a larger model follows later – a classic introduction to the Albanian musical tradition .
Together with an Albanian flag, the small Qifteli becomes a decoration with cultural depth . It shows that even a compact model can carry great symbolism.
📜 History of the Qifteli
The qifteli is a traditional instrument that has been played in Albania and Kosovo for centuries. It is one of the most important elements of Albanian folk music and is deeply connected to cultural identity. Originally, it was played primarily in mountainous regions to accompany stories, heroic songs, and epic ballads.
The name "Qifteli" roughly translates to "two strings" and describes its simple yet expressive construction. With just two strings, melodies are created that speak of home, love, freedom, and tradition. Thus, the Qifteli remains to this day a musical and visual symbol of pride and unity .
Buying a Qifteli means preserving a piece of living history and cultural heritage – whether as a musical instrument or as decoration in the living room .
🌍 Significance in the Diaspora
For the Albanian diaspora, the qifteli is far more than an instrument – it is an emotional connection to their homeland . The small qifteli (65 cm) is particularly popular because it is easy to place and, as a decorative element with a connection to their homeland, requires little space.
In many households, the Qifteli hangs next to an Albanian flag . This combination is deliberately chosen because it makes origin and identity visible – especially for the second and third generations.
⚖️ Differences to 80, 93 & 100 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is the most compact version. While the 100 cm version is particularly imposing and often chosen for performances, the 65 cm version is light, handy, and ideal for beginners or as a decorative piece. The 80 cm version falls in between, and the 93 cm version is considered a versatile all-rounder.
🎁 Qifteli as a gift idea
Giving a Qifteli as a gift is one of the most beautiful ways to share a piece of home. The small Qifteli (65 cm) is particularly suitable as a gift for children, beginners, or families looking for a compact, decorative model.
🎂 Children's & Teenagers' Birthdays
🎓 Gifts for students in the diaspora
🏠 Inaugurations or club gifts
🎉 Cultural Events & Club Anniversaries
🌍 Gifts for relatives abroad
The combination of Qifteli and the Albanian flag is particularly powerful – a clear message of patriotism and pride .
🛠️ Manufacturing & Craftsmanship
Each 65 cm Qifteli is meticulously handcrafted in Kosovo using traditional methods . Selected natural wood is cut, dried, and then expertly crafted into a fully functional musical instrument .
The motif and borders are meticulously crafted, so that the Qifteli not only sounds good, but also impresses as a decorative cultural piece – especially popular in the diaspora.
🧰 Care & Mood
🌡️ Storage: dry, out of direct sunlight
🎵 Strings: check regularly; spare strings are included
🧽 Cleaning: with a soft, dry cloth
🧴 Wood care: treat sparingly as needed.
🎸 Voices: a tuner makes getting started easier
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can the Qifteli 65 cm be bought in Germany?
Yes. Shipping is directly from Germany. Pre-orders will be delivered starting .
Is the 65 cm Qifteli only decorative or also an instrument?
It is both: fully playable and at the same time a strong Albanian decoration for the home.
Who is the small Qifteli particularly suitable for?
Ideal for beginners, teenagers and collectors – especially when space is limited.
Can I personalize the Qifteli?
Yes, optional dedication is available. Personalized items are non-returnable.
✅ Conclusion – Buy Qifteli 65 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is compact, fully-fledged, and culturally significant. It is ideal for anyone seeking an authentic piece of Albanian tradition, whether as an instrument or decoration.
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Shipping and return conditions
Shipping within 1–4 working days 🇩🇪 Returns are possible within 14 days. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs. You can find more information in our Terms and Conditions , Returns and Shipping Policy .
