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📝 Product description – Qifteli 65 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is the smallest model in our Qifteli series and was crafted in traditional handmade work in Kosovo. Despite its compact size, it remains an authentic Albanian musical instrument that combines musical history with cultural pride.
The soundboard features a double-headed eagle motif – inspired by the Albanian flag – and is decorated with surrounding dotted borders. This gives a traditional and high-quality look and makes the Qifteli a visible symbol of Albanian identity.
Whether as a decoration with a homeland connection or as a real 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
On request, you can have your Qifteli refined with a personal dedication – perfect as a gift or a personal keepsake.
✅ 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)
📌 Dimensions & details
🎸 Length: approx. 65 cm (compact model)
🌲 Material: natural wood
🎨 Design: double-headed eagle motif on the soundboard
⚫️ Decoration: dotted borders around the body
🎵 Strings: 2
🛠️ Handmade: crafted in Kosovo
📦 Shipping: directly from Germany, from
🎁 Scope of delivery
1× Qifteli (small model, 65 cm)
2× Picks
2× Replacement strings
🎉 Ideal for
Musicians & music lovers
Albanian decoration & tradition
Collectors & beginners
Gift idea for Albanians & Kosovo Albanians worldwide
🎶 Note about the replacement strings
Every Qifteli comes with free replacement strings. These not only serve as a reserve for later but are also intended in case a string gets damaged during transport. This way, you can use your instrument right away.
If a string breaks when unpacking, you can immediately use the included replacement strings. In this case, they are considered a free service, so no refund is necessary. If everything is fine during shipping, the replacement strings remain a practical free bonus for later.
🇦🇱 Symbolism of the small Qifteli
The double-headed eagle is Albania’s most important symbol and shapes 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 living room decoration – often right next to an Albanian flag. It is thus a visible sign of pride, origin, and homeland.
Even in the Albanian diaspora, the Qifteli stands for unity. Whether in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland: Many families combine it with the flag to keep their heritage present at home.
🌍 Meaning of the 65 cm Qifteli
As the smallest model in the series, the 65 cm Qifteli has a special role: It is space-saving yet still functional. This makes it perfect for apartments and club rooms. It is easy to transport and ideal for beginners, teenagers, and collectors.
It is also especially popular as a gift. Many parents give their children the 65 cm Qifteli as their first musical instrument, before later upgrading to a larger model – a classic introduction to the Albanian musical tradition.
Together with an Albanian flag, the small Qifteli becomes a decoration with cultural depth. It shows: Even a compact model can carry great symbolism.
📜 History of the Qifteli
The Qifteli is a traditional instrument that has been played for centuries in Albania and Kosovo. It is one of the most important parts of Albanian folk music and is deeply connected to cultural identity. Originally, it was mainly played in the mountain regions to accompany stories, hero songs, and epic ballads.
The name “Qifteli” roughly means “two strings” and describes the simple but expressive design. With two strings, melodies are created that tell stories of home, love, freedom, and tradition. This keeps the Qifteli a musical and visual symbol of pride and unity to this day.
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.
🌍 Meaning in the diaspora
For the Albanian diaspora, the Qifteli is much more than an instrument – it is an emotional bond to home. Especially the small Qifteli (65 cm) is popular because it is easy to place and takes up little space as a decoration with a connection to home.
In many households, the Qifteli hangs next to an Albania flag. This combination is deliberately chosen because it makes origin and identity visible – especially for the second and third generations.
⚖️ Differences from 80, 93 & 100 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is the most compact version. While the 100 cm is particularly impressive and often chosen for performances, the 65 cm version is light, handy, and ideal as an entry-level instrument or as a decorative cultural piece. The 80 cm is in between, and the 93 cm 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. Especially the small Qifteli (65 cm) is perfect as a gift for children, beginners, or families looking for a compact, decorative model.
🎂 Birthdays of children & teenagers
🎓 Gifts for students in the diaspora
🏠 Housewarmings or club gifts
🎉 Cultural events & club anniversaries
🌍 Gifts for relatives abroad
The combination is especially powerful: Qifteli + Albanian flag – a clear message of love for homeland and pride.
🛠️ Production & Craftsmanship
Each Qifteli 65 cm is made with great care in traditional handcraft in Kosovo. Selected natural wood is cut, dried, and then processed by experienced craftsmen into a fully functional musical instrument.
The design and borders are carefully crafted, so the Qifteli not only sounds good but also impresses as a decorative cultural piece – especially popular in the diaspora.
🧰 Care & Tuning
🌡️ Storage: dry, not in direct sunlight
🎵 Strings: check regularly; replacement strings included
🧽 Cleaning: with a soft, dry cloth
🧴 Wood care: use sparingly if needed
🎸 Tuning: a tuner makes starting easier
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can the Qifteli 65 cm also be bought in Germany?
Yes. Shipping is directly from Germany. Pre-orders will be shipped starting from delivered.
Is the 65 cm Qifteli just decoration 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 especially suitable for?
Ideal for beginners, teenagers, and collectors – especially when space is limited.
Can I personalize the Qifteli?
Yes, optionally with a dedication. Personalized orders are excluded from cancellation.
✅ Summary – Buy Qifteli 65 cm
The Qifteli 65 cm is compact, fully functional, and culturally significant. It is ideal for anyone looking for an authentic piece of Albanian tradition as an instrument or decoration.
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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.
