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2 Lepta
| Copper | 2.598 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1832-1862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1847-1849 |
| Value | 2 Lepta (0.02) |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.598 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#68571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering: 2 ΛΕΠΤΑ 1849
Translation: 2 LEPTA 1849
Engraver: Konrad Lange
Edge
Milled
Comment
Compared with km#14 and km#23, this coin has smaller crowned arms on the obverse and redesigned wreath on the reverse sideInteresting fact
The 2 Lepta coin from Greece, minted between 1847 and 1849, is interesting because it was the first coin to feature the image of a Greek king, King Otto, who ruled Greece from 1832 to 1862. This coin was a significant departure from previous Greek coins, which had featured images of ancient Greek gods and goddesses. The introduction of King Otto's image on the coin symbolized the shift towards a more modern and secular Greece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1847 | 82165 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1848 | 258115 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1849 | 146216 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lepta 1847-1849 coin.
