1973 Pegasus, Greece 10 Drachma Coin Pendant Necklace. Great Gift 🎁 A1

10 Drachmai Regime of the Colonels 1973 Pegasus Greece 10 Drachma Coin Pendant Necklace. Great Gift 🎁 A1 The drachma was the national currency of Greece from 1833 until 2002 when the euro was introduced. The drachma was one of the world's earliest coins and its name comes from the Greek verb meaning “to grasp”. The drachma was the standard unit of silver coinage at most ancient Greek mints. Wear History! Authentic circulated coin that has been cleaned and lightly buffed to reveal the natural patina and character of the coin. May have small dings, scratches, wear, and patina. · Hangs on a 2.4mm Thick Stainless Steel 24" Long Military Style Ball/Bead Chain COIN INFORMATION: Year1973Weight7.5 gDiameter27 mmThickness1.9 mmObverse The coat of arms of the Regime of Colonels, a Phoenix rising from its flames is surrounded with the inscription "ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ" (Greek Democracy). Script: Greek Lettering: ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ Ι. ΣΤΙΝ 1973 Translation: Greek Republic Engraver: I. Stinis Reverse Pegasus, the mythological winged horse, is accompanied with the face value. Script: Greek Lettering: 10 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ Ν. ΠΕΡΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Translation: 10 Drachmi Engraver: Nikos Perantinos Edge Milled Mint The National Mint of the Bank of Greece (Νομισματοκοπείο - ΙΕΤΑ), Athens, Greece (1972-date)See also Bird Horse or equine Coat of Arms Mythology