© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
20 Para (Countermarked of ΚΘΕΠ on Turkey KM-668.2, AH1255) ND
| Copper | 14.95 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 20 Para (0.005) |
| Currency | Paras (1880-1918) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.95 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#112767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Countermarked of ΚΘΕΠ on Turkey KM-668.2, AH1255, regnal year obscured by mark
Comment
These countermarked coins were applied for use on Rahoni (Thasos). Also countermarked G-10-47 (KΘΧΠ) on the other side, for Panagia (Thasos).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a countermark, which is a secondary marking or stamp that was applied to the coin after it was minted. The countermark on this coin, ΚΘΕΠ, is a Greek abbreviation that stands for "Kratos tis Ellados" or "Power of Greece," and it was added to the coin to signify its use as a military currency during the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire. This countermark is a unique feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era and denomination.
