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1879-A
1 lepton George I 1879-A AU58 BN NGC
Greek copper coin 1 lepto, King George I, dated 1879-A. Portrait of mature King George I head facing left, date below. Denomination within wreath.
| Issuer | Greece  |
|---|---|
| King | George I (1863-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1878-1879 |
| Value | 1 Lepton (0.01) |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |