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50 Drachmes new lettering
| Issuer | Bank of Greece |
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| Year | 1982-1984 |
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| Engraver(s) | V. Sampatakos |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the denomination '50 ΔΡΑΧΜΕΣ' prominently displayed above a stylized depiction of the sea rendered in horizontal lines. The country name 'ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ' (Hellenic Republic) curves along the upper periphery in Greek script, while the mintmark appears at the bottom of the field. The year of issue is incorporated within the legend, completing the circular inscription that frames the central design. |
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| Obverse lettering | ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ 50 ΔΡΑΧΜΕΣ 1982 (Translation: Hellenic Republic / 50 Drachmes / 1982) |
| Reverse description | The reverse bears a left-facing portrait bust of Solon (ca. 638–558 BC), the celebrated Athenian statesman, lawgiver, and lyric poet, rendered in a classical style befitting his historical stature. The engraver's initials 'Β.Σ.' appear in the field, while the legend 'ΣΟΛΩΝ' is inscribed in Greek characters alongside the portrait, identifying the subject. The design draws upon ancient iconographic traditions to evoke the gravitas of one of the Seven Sages of ancient Greece. |
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