Greece 2017 Archaeological site in Philippi
Archaeological site of Philippi
The design features part of Basilica B and linear motifs inspired
by a border pattern from an ancient Greek mosaic discovered at the site.
Inscribed along the inner circle is the wording ‘ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF
PHILIPPI’ and ‘HELLENIC REPUBLIC’ (in Greek). Also inscribed in the background
is the year of issuance ‘2017’ and to the right a palmette (the mint mark of
the Greek Mint). Visible at the lower left is the monogram of the artist
(George Stamatopoulos). The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the
European Union.
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 - 2017
