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20 Lepta
1926 year| Copper-nickel | 1.8 g | 16.8 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Hellenic Republic (1924-1935) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1926 |
| Value | 20 Lepta (0.20) |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 16.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#5455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Athena facing left, engraver's name behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GILLIERON FILS
Engraver: Émile Gilliéron Jr.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
See: wikipedia: Émile Gillieron
Interesting fact
The 1926 Greek 20 Lepta coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On the obverse side of the coin, there is an image of a bust of King Constantine I, who ruled Greece from 1913 to 1917 and again from 1920 to 1922. The reverse side of the coin features an image of a Pegasus, a mythical winged horse that is associated with Greece and its rich mythology. The coin's design was created by the renowned Greek artist, Pericles Anagnostopoulos.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lepta 1926 coin.
