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1/4 drachma Otto 1833 AU Details NGC
Greek silver coin 1/4 Drachma, King Otto, dated 1833. Portrait of young King Othon head right. Crowned arms within branches, denomination and date below.
| Issuer | Greece  |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1832-1862) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1833-1846 |
| Value | ¼ Drachma |
| Currency | First modern drachma (1832-1944) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 1.119 g |
| Diameter | 15.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
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