Greece 🇬🇷 1901 Cretan State 5 Drachmai Silver Coin – Prince George – NGC XF Details.

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AlloySilver (Ag) .835
Face Value5 Drachmai

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A historic silver issue from the Cretan State, struck during a pivotal period when Crete was an autonomous state under international protection, prior to its union with Greece. This 1901 5 Drachmai is among the most iconic large silver coins of the era.

This example has been certified by NGC as XF Details – Obverse Scratched, indicating strong remaining design detail with a noted surface mark on the obverse.

Obverse:
Right-facing bust of Prince George of Greece, High Commissioner of Crete, with Greek legend «ΠΡΙΓΚΗΨ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ ΥΠΑΤΟΣ ΑΡΜΟΣΤΗΣ ΕΝ ΚΡΗΤΗ». Engraver signature A. Borrell below.

Reverse:
Displays the Cretan coat of arms crowned and flanked by two standing figures, with the legend «ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗ ΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ» (Cretan State). Denomination 5 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ below.

Additional information
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AlloySilver (Ag) .835
Face Value5 Drachmai
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