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5 Drachmai - George I 1st portrait - Pattern
1869 year| Gold (.900) | 1.61 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1869 |
| Value | 5 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 1.61 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#317533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
5 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ 1869
Translation:
KINGDOM OF GREECE
5 DRACHMAE 1869
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Drachmai - George I (1st portrait - Pattern) 1869 from Greece is a rare and valuable coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It is made of gold (.900) and weighs 1.61 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with a portrait of King George I on one side and a depiction of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, on the other. This coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its rarity and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection.
