5 Lepta 1954-1971 front 5 Lepta 1954-1971 back
5 Lepta 1954-1971 photo
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5 Lepta

 
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) 0.85 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
King
Paul (1947-1964) Constantine II (1964-1973)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1954-1971
Value
5 Lepta (0.05&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium)
Weight
0.85 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#527
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

Wheat ears left and denomination right of the centre hole

Script: Greek

Lettering: 5 ΛΕΠΤΑ

Translation: 5 Lepta

Engraver: Vassilis Falireas

Edge

Plain

Comment

1971 dated coins have smaller hole at center

Interesting fact

The 5 Lepta coin was designed by sculptor and engraver, V. Falireas, and it features an image of a phoenix rising from the ashes on the obverse side, symbolizing the rebirth of Greece after World War II.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1954  15000000 - - - - - -
1971  1002174 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lepta 1954-1971 coin.