Set of III. silver coins of Great Greek Mythology series 2023 Antique Standard

The Great Greek Mythology series

The Polish Mint XXI comes up with the most extensive series of The Great Greek Mythology yet. The issue of this unique series is planned for 4 years and will offer a total of 36 silver selectively gilded coins in 3 different sizes. The individual coins will introduce us to the most famous figures of Greek mythology, worked down to the smallest detail thanks to the high relief design.
The ancient Greeks believed that gods had the same qualities and emotions as mortals. This is probably why Greek myths are so popular and contain a huge number of stories. In them, the gods act like humans and can be noble or vengeful, deceitful or honest. They can love and hate, envy and wish, feel anger and joy.
Each silver coin tells a fascinating story about the gods, heroes and mythical creatures of ancient Olympus.

Orpheus 1 Oz

The reverse of this coin depicts the singer Orpheus in detail playing the lyre, which is selectively gold plated. The musician sits surrounded by a lion, a deer and flying birds. His grimace depicts the pain of losing a loved one. The coin's background and rim are decorated with a typical Greek design. In the left part of the coin the name "ORFEUS" is written in large letters.

Medusa 2 Oz

The reverse of the coin depicts a winged female creature with a fierce face. She has snakes for hair and claws for nails. Her glowing eyes and helmet are selectively gilded. The background of the coin is decorated with a traditional Greek design. In the foreground are the horrified figures of people who have just been blinded by the jellyfish. The rim of the coin is decorated with a delicate mosaic and the inscription "MEDUSA" rising above the surface of the coin.

Prometheus 3 Oz

The reverse of the coin depicts Prometheus dressed in a robe with a decorative clasp. In his hands he holds the precious flame of fire that he brought to the people. The lower part of the coin depicts figures gratefully extending their hands to Prometheus. There is also an eagle holding the chain with which Prometheus was chained to the rock. The background is decorated with Greek mosaics, while the rim is dotted with small fires. At the bottom of the coin is the name "PROMETHEUS".

The obverse depicts the Temple of Zeus in ancient Olympia surrounded by a laurel wreath. Above the upper part of the wreath the year of issue is written, in the lower part the purity of the coin. The rim of the coin is decorated with a typical Greek design with the inscription "REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN", the face value, year of issue and weight. Two ancient columns intersect the centre of the rim.

The coins are supplied in a luxury box with a certificate of authenticity, in limited editions of 500 (Orpheus and Medusa) and 333 (Prometheus).

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