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20 Drachmai - George I 1st portrait - Pattern
1869 year| Gold (.900) | 6.46 g | 21.17 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1869 |
| Value | 20 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.46 g |
| Diameter | 21.17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#317531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms within crowned mantle, denomination below
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
20 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ
ΙΣΧΥΣ ΜΟΥ Η ΑΓΑΠΗ ΤΟΥ ΛΑΟΥ
Translation:
KINGDOM OF GREECE
20 DRACHMAE
MY POWER THE LOVE OF THE PEOPLE
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Drachmai - George I (1st portrait - Pattern) 1869 from Greece is a rare and valuable coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It was designed by the French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier, and features a portrait of King George I on one side and the Greek coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
