Greece 1819 Ionian rare 2 lepta coin Ioniko kratos

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Greece 1819 Ionian rare 2 lepta coin Ioniko kratos

Features

Type Standard circulation coin
Years 1819-1820
Value 2 Lepta (0.5)
Currency Obol (1819-1863)
Composition Copper
Weight 4.67 g
Diameter 22 mm
Thickness 6 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized Yes
Number N# 5456
References KM# 31

Obverse

Venetian lion

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΙΟΝΙΚΟΝ ΚΡΑΤΟΣ:
1819.

Translation: Ionian State

Engraver: William Wyon Read more on Wikipedia

 

Reverse

Britannia seated left

Script: Latin

Lettering: BRITANNIA.

Translation: Britain