1 Drachmi̱ - Geórgios 1901 front 1 Drachmi̱ - Geórgios 1901 back
1 Drachmi̱ - Geórgios 1901 photo
© PCGS

1 Drachmi̱ - Geórgios

1901 year
Silver (.835) 5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Crete (Greece)
Ruling authority
George (1901-1913)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1901
Value
1 Drachma (1 δραχμή)
Currency
Drachme (1900-1929)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#19990
Rarity index
37%

Reverse

Crowned arms of Crete, denomination below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗ ΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ
1 ΔΡΑΧΜΗ

Translation:
State of Crete
1 Drachm

Engraver: Alfred Borrel

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Drachmi̱ coin from Crete, Greece, features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a portrait of King George I of Greece, who reigned from 1863 to 1913. The coin was minted in 1901, and it's made of silver with a purity of .835. The coin weighs 5 grams and has a diameter of 25 millimeters. The obverse side of the coin features the Greek goddess Athena, who was the patron deity of the city of Athens. The coin's design was created by the famous Greek engraver, V. Falireas.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1901 A 500000 - - - - - -

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