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© Ma collection de monnaies
50 Drachmai old lettering
1980 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 12 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1980 |
| Value | 50 Drachmai (50 GRD) |
| Currency | Third modern drachma (1954-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
The portrait of Solon (ca. 638 – 658 BC), a famous Athenian statesman, lawmaker, and lyric poet, facing left accompanied with his name in Greek (ΣΟΛΩΝ).
Script: Greek
Lettering:
Β. Σ.
ΣΟΛΩΝ
Translation:
V. S.
Solon
Engraver: V. Sampatakos
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Drachmai coin from Greece features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a warrior from ancient Greece, while the other side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena. This design was chosen to represent the country's rich cultural heritage and its strong connection to the ancient civilization.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 32950999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Drachmai (old lettering) 1980 coin.
