10 Lepta 1976-1978 front 10 Lepta 1976-1978 back
10 Lepta 1976-1978 photo
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10 Lepta

 
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) 1.1 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
Period
Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1976-1978
Value
10 Lepta (0.10&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium)
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#531
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

A charging bull looking right, denomination below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΛΕΠΤΑ
10

Translation:
LEPTA
10

Engraver: L. Orphanos

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Lepta coin from Greece was designed by sculptor and engraver, V. Falireas. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of a young woman, symbolizing the goddess Athena, while the reverse side features an image of an olive tree, which is a symbol of peace and prosperity in Greek culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976  2043000 - - - - - -
1978  20000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lepta 1976-1978 coin.