Highly Popular Ancient Greek Coin in the Global Market! A rare silver coin with historical significance and an attractive design.

Boasting a history and background over 2,500 years old, this coin maintains an exceptional condition marked with a '★'. Introducing a highly valuable and rare coin that is undeniably difficult to acquire elsewhere.

■ Design

Obverse: "CEΛAΣ" River god "Gela", a protome (the head or half-body of a human or animal) of a man/bull.
Reverse: A charioteer driving a quadriga (four-horse chariot; this piece features two horses), with the goddess of victory "Nike" flying to the right.
The "Gela" river god is associated with the Gela River and is the namesake of the city. In ancient times, it was revered as a bull with a human face.

■ Condition

XF★ Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5

■ Coin Details

• Year of Issue: 480–470 BC
• Mint Location: Sicily
• Denomination: Tetradrachm
• Material: Silver
• Weight: 16.81g
• Diameter: 26mm
• Obverse: "CEΛAΣ" River god "Gela"
• Reverse: A charioteer driving a quadriga (two horses in this piece), with the goddess of victory "Nike" flying to the right.
• NGC Certification: XF★ Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5
• NGC Certification Page: https://www.ngccoin.hk/certlookup/6154809-005/NGCAncients/
• Reference: Listed in Jenkins' "The Coinage of Gela," Group IId, no. 161.2 (this piece is mentioned).

■ Highlights

Rarity

The fact that it has survived is remarkable, maintaining an extraordinary condition with a '★' mark even after over 2,500 years. Coins of such high grade as this are exceedingly rare and rarely seen in the market.

Condition

• The strike is rated a perfect score!
• The surface also receives a high rating of 4!
• Graded as XF (Extremely Fine)!
• Additionally, it comes with a '★' mark!
  • ★: Indicates a coin recognized for exceptional beauty beyond the standard grade, considering factors such as wear, strike, and surface condition.

A particularly notable feature of this coin is the "Overstruck" inscription on the slab.

"Overstruck" refers to cases where insufficient force was applied during the coin’s minting or when older coins were repurposed to mint new ones. This reminting process creates a new design that stands out more vividly and beautifully. Overstruck coins captivate collectors not only for their rarity but also for their radiant appearance and historical value.

The preservation of this coin in such condition over 2,500 years is nothing short of miraculous.

Market Appeal

Ancient Greek coins are not just currency but valuable historical records that reflect the politics, economy, and culture of their time, as well as being artistic heritage that showcases advanced techniques. Coins that retain their brilliance over time are extremely rare, with many having been lost over the centuries.

Among these valuable ancient Greek coins, this piece stands out for its exceptional grade marked with a '★'. The design depicts a deity revered by the people of the time, representing the culture and historical significance of that era.

Coins from this period in such excellent condition are exceedingly rare on the market, making them highly desirable not only to collectors and investors but also to history enthusiasts.

• Ancient coins with historical significance
• Outstanding preservation  Coins with these attributes are passionately cherished by collectors worldwide.

An ancient coin that retains an astonishing brilliance even after 2,500 years! It is a perfect addition to a collection and a valuable investment piece.