GREECE
KM 147 |
SHORT COINS ENCYCLOPAEDIA |
Face Value | Diameter mm | Weight g | Thickness mm | Edge | Composition | Rotation |
50 drachmes | 27.5 | 9.1 | Reeded | Nickel-Brass | Medal |
Obverse | Reverse | ||
Legend 'Hellenic Republic' in Greek, ancient sailing boat (Trireme), denomination, the year of minting. Trireme (boat with three lines oars) was main defense weapon of Athenians in 5th century. |
Legend 'Homer' in Greek, bust of Homer left. Homer (born in 8th century BC) is the name given to the purported author of the early Greek poems the Iliad and the Odyssey. |