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20 Drachmai - Othon Pattern Strike
1852 year| Gold (.900) | 5.776 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1832-1862) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1852 |
| Value | 20 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 5.776 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#90748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within olive branches, denomination and date below
Script: Greek
Lettering: 20 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ 1852
Translation: 20 DRACHMAI 1852
Engraver: Konrad Lange
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Divo P34; Karamitsos T.33.
Never put into circulation.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Drachmai - Othon (Pattern Strike) 1852 from Greece is that it was designed by the famous German engraver and medalist, Johann Baptist Merkle. Merkle was known for his work on various coins and medals throughout Europe, and his design for the Othon coin features a detailed portrait of King Otto of Greece on the obverse side, with the Greek goddess Athena on the reverse side. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of pattern strikes produced.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1852 | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Drachmai - Othon (Pattern Strike) 1852 coin.
