The ancient Greek world, cradle of Western civilization, is considered to be the birthplace of coinage. Athens, pre-eminent among ancient cities minting coins, produced some of the most famous coins of the Golden Age, portraying the city-state's patron goddess Athena. Here is a modern issue that pays tribute to that great coin tradition. Minted only in 1926, this beautiful copper-nickel coin features a stylized image of the warrior goddess Athena wearing an armored helmet. Brilliant Uncirculated.
17.6mm
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