50 Lepta - Constantine II 1966-1970 front 50 Lepta - Constantine II 1966-1970 back
50 Lepta - Constantine II 1966-1970 photo
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50 Lepta - Constantine II

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 2.3 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Greece
King
Constantine II (1964-1973)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1966-1970
Value
50 Lepta (0.50&nbspGRD)
Currency
Third modern drachma (1954-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
2.3 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#536
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

Crowned arms (shield with a cross) with the defenders of the Crown, denomination below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΒaCΙλΕΙΟΝ ΤΗC ΕλλaΔΟC
• 50 λEπTa •

Translation:
Kingdom of Greece
50 Lepta

Engraver: Vasos Falireas

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 50 Lepta coin featuring Constantine II was the last coin to be issued by the Greek Royal Family before the military coup in 1967, which led to the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1966  30000000 - - - - - -
1970  10160000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lepta - Constantine II 1966-1970 coin.