2 Drachmai - Paul I 1954-1965 front 2 Drachmai - Paul I 1954-1965 back
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2 Drachmai - Paul I

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 5.78 g 23.89 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
King
Paul (1947-1964)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1954-1965
Value
2 Drachmai (2&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
5.78 g
Diameter
23.89 mm
Thickness
1.62 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#951
Rarity index
4%

Reverse

Crowned arms (shield with cross) with the defenders of the Crown, denomination below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
2 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ

Translation:
Kingdom of Greece
2 Drachmai

Engraver: Vassilis Falireas

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 2 Drachmai coin from Greece, featuring Paul I, has a unique feature - it has a scalloped shape, unlike most coins which are circular.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1954  12609000 - - - - - -
1957  10171000 - - - - - -
1959  5000000 - - - - - -
1962  10096000 - - - - - -
1965  4987 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Drachmai - Paul I 1954-1965 coin.