Theme: 
In 1824, Sultan Mahmud allied with Muhammad Ali of Egypt to suppress the Greek Revolution. Muhammad Ali’s son, Ibrahim, mustered a large expeditionary force and fleet. After putting down the rebellion in Crete, the Egyptians moved against Kassos, a strategically located maritime island that had assisted the Cretans’ revolt. The Greek government was unable to send its fleet due to lack of funds, leaving the island undefended.
Technical specifications
DENOMINATION
5€
DIAMETER
31.00 mm
WEIGHT
17.00 gr
EDGE
Plain
MATERIAL
Silver 33.3% (Ag)
PACKAGING
Blister pack
MAXIMUM ISSUE
2,000 pieces
MINITING QUALITY
Proof-like
ARTIST
G. Stamatopoulos