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5 Drachmai - George I 1st portrait
1876 year| Gold (.900) (with Cu 10%) | 1.6129 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1876 |
| Value | 5 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (with Cu 10%) |
| Weight | 1.6129 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
5 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ 1876
Translation:
KINGDOM OF GREECE
5 DRACHMAE 1876
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeded
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union
Interesting fact
The 5 Drachmai - George I (1st portrait) 1876 coin from Greece is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Greece had recently gained independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1832, and King George I was the first king of the newly established Kingdom of Greece. The coin's design features a portrait of the king on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage. Additionally, the coin's composition of gold and copper makes it a valuable and unique collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1876 A | 9294 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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