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½ Drachma - Othon
| Silver (.900) | 2.238 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1832-1862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1851-1855 |
| Value | ½ Drachma |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.238 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within branches, denomination and date below
Script: Greek
Lettering:
1/2 ΔΡΑΧΜΗ
1855
Translation:
1/2 DRACHMA
1855
Engraver: Konrad Lange
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ½ Drachma coin was minted during the reign of King Otto of Greece, who was a Bavarian prince and the first king of Greece. The coin features an image of King Otto on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. The coin was made of silver (.900) and weighs 2.238 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during King Otto's reign, which lasted from 1851 to 1855.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Drachma - Othon 1851-1855 coin.
