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20 Para (Countermarked A on Turkey KM-687, AH1277) ND
| Copper | - | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 20 Para (0.005) |
| Currency | Paras (1880-1918) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#112758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Countermarked A on Turkey KM-687, AH1277 year 1
Comment
These countermarked coins were applied for use on the Greek Island LemnosInteresting fact
The 20 Para coin from Greece, which features a countermark of "A" on the Turkey KM-687, AH1277, is made of copper, a metal that has been used for coinage for thousands of years due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and ability to be easily shaped and stamped.
