2 Drachmai - Constantine I (Essai) 1915 front 2 Drachmai - Constantine I (Essai) 1915 back
2 Drachmai - Constantine I (Essai) 1915 photo
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2 Drachmai - Constantine I Essai

1915 year
Gold (.900) - 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
King
Constantine I (1913-1917, 1920-1922)
Type
Pattern
Year
1915
Value
2 Drachmai
Currency
First modern drachma (1832-1944)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#376412
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms of Greece.

Scripts: Greek, Latin

Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
ΣΧΥΣ ΜΟΥ Η ΑΓΑΠΗ. ΤΟΥ ΛΑΟΥ
ΔΙΔΡΑΧΜΟΝ ESSAI

Comment

Possibly unique.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Drachmai - Constantine I (Essai) 1915 is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1915 as a trial strike, which means it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.