This Greek 10 Drachmai coin featuring Democritus is made of copper-nickel.
The metal content of a 1978 drachmai coin would depend on the specific denomination of the coin. The most common drachmai coins from that time period were made of copper-nickel alloy. However, there were also silver and gold coins issued in different denominations.
The value of a coin is influenced by factors like its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. A 1978 Vasco Nunez de Balboa coin might be worth anywhere from a few dollars to around $20, but it's best to consult a professional coin appraiser or check online marketplaces like eBay to get a more accurate estimate.
The value of a 1978 Ahmokpatia 20 coin can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. On average, these coins can be worth between $5 to $50 USD. For an accurate valuation, it's recommended to consult with a coin expert or appraiser.
The value of a 1978 10 Balboas coin varies based on its condition, but in general, it is worth around $30-$40 USD as a collectible item.
translation and a brief history about the man on the coin.
The hole in the 25 peseta coin was a traditional design feature dating back to ancient times when coins were strung together for easy carrying. It was also believed to help distinguish the coin from counterfeits.
The 20 drachmai coin from Greece is a silver coin.
This coin has virtually no value above face value. A fully uncirculated coin may bring one to two dollars from a collector.
That number indicates the fineness or purity of the metal content. 900 means the coin is 90% of that metal.
Seems to be the metal coin content, of the coin.
The coin is 90% silver & 10% copper.
intrinsic value If a coin had value because of its metal content, you would refer to the "bullion value" or the "melt value" of the coin, as versus the "numismatic value" that a coin which was rare or in exceptional condition would have.
Aluminum and Bronze
A US 5-cent coin is 75% copper and 25% nickel.
You have a coin from Greece. The word you are looking at is not "apaxmai", but rather "ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ". It is written in the Greek alphabet and is pronounced "drachmai".Greece produced one coin denominated in drachmai actually made of silver in 1978, as well as three others that were silver in color (but actually made of copper-nickel).The silver coin is a 100 Drachmai (KM#121). It is a large coin, slightly larger than the size of a US half dollar, is 65% silver and contains 0.2717 troy ounces of silver. It is a commemorative coin produced in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Bank of Greece. Only 25,000 were produced, all in proof, and an example today is worth (according to the Standard Catalog of World Coins, about US$150.The three copper-nickel coins produced in 1978 are the 5, 10 and 20 Drachmai coins. Each is worth about a US dollar in Uncirculated condition, and somewhat less than that with any signs of wear. All were also produced in proof, and in such condition would be worth perhaps US$8 to 10 each.
Intrinsic
It's 80% silver and 20% copper.
If it's a copy, it's not worth much of anything. At best, it's worth its metal content.