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2 Drachmai - Geórgios
1901 year| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Crete (Greece) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | George (1901-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 2 Drachmas (2 δραχμαί) |
| Currency | Drachme (1900-1929) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, denomination below
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗ ΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ
2 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ
Translation:
State of Crete
2 Drachmai
Engraver: Alfred Borrel
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of King George I of Greece, who reigned from 1863 to 1913. The king's image was designed by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier. The coin's reverse features an image of the mythical creature, the Chimera, which is a symbol of Crete. The Chimera is depicted with the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. This mythical creature has been associated with Crete since ancient times and is a popular symbol on the island.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Drachmai - Geórgios 1901 coin.
