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5 Drachmai - Othon
1851 year| Silver (.900) | 22.385 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1832-1862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1851 |
| Value | 5 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 22.385 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#87550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within olive branches, denomination and date below
Script: Greek
Lettering:
5 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ
1851
Translation:
5 DRACHMAI
1851
Engraver: Konrad Lange
Edge
Reeded
Comment
There are some varieties: with anchor and A, without anchor and A, and some varieties with an owl.Interesting fact
The 5 Drachmai - Othon 1851 coin from Greece features a unique design element - a small image of a ship on the reverse side, which represents the country's rich maritime history and its importance in trade and commerce.
