Product Details

Highly Popular Ancient Greek Coin in the Global Market!

A rare silver coin with an attractive design and significant historical value.

Boasting a history and background of over 2,300 years, this coin maintains an exceptional condition marked with '★' and 'Fine Style'. This is an undeniably rare and highly valuable coin that is difficult to obtain elsewhere.

■ Design

Obverse: Chimera (ΣE), wreath
Reverse: A "white dove" (symbol of peace) surrounded by a laurel wreath

The Chimera is a monster from Greek mythology. In English, it is also called Chimera, Chimaera, or Chimaira. It has the head of a lion, the body of a goat, and the tail of a serpent, and it breathes fire.

Originally, it was a sacred beast in Hittite culture representing the seasons, with the lion symbolizing spring, the goat summer, and the serpent winter.

The Chimera is considered a symbol of the formidable power and terror of nature and appears in various works of art and literature. In biology, the term "chimera" also refers to an organism composed of cells from different genetic origins.

■ Condition

AU★ Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5 Fine Style

■ Coin Details

Year of Issue: 400–323 BC
Mint Location: Sikyon (Sykion)
Denomination: Stater
Material: Silver
Weight: 12.12g
Diameter: 24mm
Obverse: Chimera (ΣE), wreath
Reverse: A "white dove" (symbol of peace) surrounded by a laurel wreath
NGC Certification: AU★ Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5 Fine Style
NGC Certification Page: https://www.ngccoin.hk/certlookup/4165165-001/NGCAncients/
Reference: BMC 57, Traité III 776, BCD Peloponnesos 218, HGC 5, 201

■ Highlights

Rarity

The fact that this coin has survived for over 2,300 years in a condition marked with '★' and 'Fine Style' is nothing short of miraculous.

Condition

Strike: Perfect score! Highest rating!
Surface: Rated 4, also an excellent score!
Grade: AU (Almost Uncirculated)!
Moreover, it carries the '★' and 'Fine Style' marks!
- '★': An acknowledgment of exceptional beauty in addition to the regular grade.
- 'Fine Style': A designation given to ancient coins recognized for their exceptional artistic beauty, distinct from standard grade ratings such as wear or strike.

This coin has none of the typical flaws seen in other ancient coins. The preservation of this coin in such condition after 2,300 years is truly remarkable.

Market Appeal

Ancient Greek coins are not just currency but valuable historical records that reflect the era, combining artistry and historical significance as invaluable heritage for humanity. Coins that have retained their brilliance over time are extremely rare, with many lost to history.

The coin introduced here is a prime example of such a rare and valuable piece. Among the many Greek coins, it boasts an outstanding grade evaluation and is rarely seen on the market. It is highly desirable not only to collectors and investors but also to history enthusiasts.

Furthermore, this coin is adorned with the prestigious "WINGS" gold seal on its slab.
WINGS (World Identification and Numismatic Grading Service) is a coin grading service established in 2008 that evaluates world coins, tokens, medals, and ancient coins.

According to its philosophy, even coins with the same grade may vary in condition. WINGS reassesses coins certified by PCGS, NGC, ICG, ANACS, or ICCS to determine if they are "Premium Quality" or "Solid for the Grade."

A silver seal indicates that the coin's grade is correct and signifies that the coin is of solid quality for its grade. A gold seal, on the other hand, indicates that the coin is "undervalued" within its grade, possessing the highest quality among similarly graded coins.

Coins bearing the WINGS gold seal are recognized as highly valuable premium coins with trusted quality.