1 Drachma (Regime of the Colonels) 1973 front 1 Drachma (Regime of the Colonels) 1973 back
1 Drachma (Regime of the Colonels) 1973 photo
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1 Drachma Regime of the Colonels

1973 year
Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) 4 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
Period
Regime of the Colonels (1967-1974)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1973
Value
1 Drachma (1&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel)
Weight
4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#542
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

The Little owl, Athene noctua, the symbol of goddess Athena which was first depicted on an ancient Greek tetradrachm (5th-century b.C.), denomination right

Script: Greek

Lettering: 1 ΔΡΑΧΜΗ Ν. ΠΕΡ.

Translation: 1 Drachma N. Per.

Engraver: Nikos Perantinos

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 1 Drachma coin from Greece, issued during the Regime of the Colonels in 1973, features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a warrior from ancient Greece, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena. This design was chosen to symbolize the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973  45218431 - - - - - -

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