20 Lepta 1976-1978 front 20 Lepta 1976-1978 back
20 Lepta 1976-1978 photo
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20 Lepta

 
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) 1.3 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
Period
Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1976-1978
Value
20 Lepta (0.20&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium)
Weight
1.3 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1.65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#535
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

A bust of stallion looking left, denomination below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΛΕΠΤΑ
20

Translation:
LEPTA
20

Engraver: L. Orphanos

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 20 Lepta coin from Greece was designed by sculptor and engraver, V. Falireas. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of King Constantine II, while the reverse side features the mythical creature, the Griffin, which is a symbol of protection and guardianship in Greek mythology.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976  2506000 - - - - - -
1978  20000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lepta 1976-1978 coin.