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© PCGS
1 Drachme - George I 3rd portrait
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1910-1911 |
| Value | 1 Drachma |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Mythological figure Thetis with the shield of Achilles, seated on sea horse, and the denomination at the bottom
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΡΑΧΜΗ
Translation: Drachma
Engraver: Georgios Jakobides
Edge
Milled
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union
Interesting fact
The 1 Drachme coin featuring George I (3rd portrait) was the first coin to be issued by the National Bank of Greece, which was established in 1841. The coin was minted in 1910 and 1911, and it was made of silver (.835) with a weight of 5 grams. This coin was an important step towards establishing the Greek currency system and solidifying the country's economic independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 4570159 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 | 1881817 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Drachme - George I (3rd portrait) 1910-1911 coin.
