Greece 2016 Dimitris Mitropoulos
Dimitris Mitropoulus
Dimitris Mitropoulos was born in Athens on
March 1, 1896 and died in Milan on November 2, 1960. He is one of the most
prestigious conductors of the twentieth century and possessed a photographic
memory that allowed him to direct without score. He did not use baton, but
grandiloquent gestures. Fervent devotee of the Greek Orthodox Church, he led an
ascetic and monastic life. He died of a heart attack while rehearsing Mahler's
Third Symphony in Milan. In his honor the Contest Dmitri Mitropoulos was
established for conductors of orchestra.
The coin depicts a portrait of Dimitris
Mitropoulos superimposed on a background of musical notes. The legend "120
YEARS OF THE BIRTH OF DIMITRI MITROPOULOS" inscribed on the left inner
edge, as well as the text "HELENIC REPUBLIC", in Greek. The year of
issues, the Anthemion flower (symbol of the Greek Mint) and the mintmark of the
artist are also present.
Weight - 8.5 g.
Quality - UNC (Uncirculated)
Diameter - 25.75 mm.
Composition - Bimetallic - nickel brass
clad nickel center in copper-nickel ring
Circulation - 750'000 pcs
Country of origin - Greece
Year of release - 2016
