Greece 2020 100 Years since the Union of Thrace with Greece
100 Years since the Union of Thrace with Greece
This commemorative coin is dedicated to 100 years since the union of Thrace with
Greece. The design replicates an ancient coin of the Thracian city of
Abdera, featuring a griffin. Inscribed along the inner edge are the words ‘100
YEARS SINCE THE UNION OF THRACE WITH GREECE’ and ‘HELLENIC REPUBLIC’, as well
as the year of issuance ‘2020’ and a palmette (the mintmark of the Greek mint).
Also visible at left is the monogram of the artist (George Stamatopoulos). The
region of Thrace, located in the northeastern corner of the country, was united
with Greece after the end of World War I. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12
stars of the European flag.
Weight - 8.5 g.
Quality - UNC (Uncirculated)
Diameter - 25.75 mm.
Composition - Bimetallic - nickel brass
clad nickel center in copper-nickel ring
Circulation - 743'000 pcs
Country of origin - Greece
Year of release - 2020
