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50 Drachmai - George I Pattern
1875 year| Gold (.900) | 16.12 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1875 |
| Value | 50 Drachmai |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.12 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#408314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned and mantled coat of arms of the Kingdom of Greece; below, 50 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ; ESSAI in tiny letters in the lower left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ
ESSAI
ΙΣΧΥΣ ΜΟΥ Η ΑΓΑΠΗ ΤΟΥ ΛΑΟΥ
50 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ
Translation:
KINGDOM OF GREECE
50 DRACHMAE
MY POWER THE LOVE OF THE PEOPLE
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Divo P72; Karamitsos T.59.
Interesting fact
Did you know that this coin was designed by the famous French engraver and medalist, Jean-Baptiste Mercier? Mercier was known for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and artistic designs, and his work on the Pattern 50 Drachmai - George I (Pattern) 1875 is a great example of his craftsmanship. The coin's obverse features a portrait of King George I of Greece, while the reverse depicts an allegorical scene of Greece's independence and sovereignty. The coin's design is considered a masterpiece of numismatic art and is highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1875 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Drachmai - George I (Pattern) 1875 coin.
