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2 Drachmai - George I 3rd portrait
1911 year| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1911 |
| Value | 2 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Mythological figure Thetis with the shield of Achilles, seated on a sea horse
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΙΔΡΑΧΜΟΝ
Translation: Drachmai
Engraver: Georgios Jakobides
Edge
Reeded
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union
Interesting fact
The 2 Drachmai coin featuring King George I's third portrait was minted in 1911, during a time of great political and social change in Greece. The country was facing economic challenges and political instability, which led to the abdication of King George I in 1917. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of Greek history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Drachmai - George I (3rd portrait) 1911 coin.
