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50 Lepta - Geórgios
1901 year| Silver (.835) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Crete (Greece) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | George (1901-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 50 Lepta (0.50) |
| Currency | Drachme (1900-1929) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#20993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Crowned arms, denomination below
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗ ΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ
50 ΛΕΠΤΑ
Translation:
State of Crete
50 Lepta
Engraver: Henri-Auguste Patey
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Lepta coin from Crete, Greece, made of Silver (.835) and weighing 2.5g, features a unique design on its obverse side. The obverse features a portrait of King George I of Greece, while the reverse features an image of the mythical creature, the Minotaur, which is a symbol of Crete. This design was chosen to represent the island's rich history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lepta - Geórgios 1901 coin.
