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A Coin That Tells the Story of Monetary History – The Electrum Coin!
Crafted from a beautiful natural alloy of gold and silver, known as electrum, which means "amber" in Greek.
Add this superbly graded NGC-certified ancient coin to your collection!
Design
- Obverse: Unknown pattern (likely unmarked)
- Reverse: Unknown pattern (likely unmarked)
Condition
AU (About Uncirculated)
- Strike: 5/5
- Surface: 5/5
Coin Details
- Year of Issue: Circa 650–600 BCE
- Mint Location: Unknown (likely Ionia)
- Denomination: 1/24 Stater
- Material: Electrum (Natural Gold-Silver Alloy)
- Weight: Approximately 0.47g
- Obverse: Unknown pattern (likely unmarked)
- Reverse: Unknown pattern (likely unmarked)
- NGC Grade: AU with Strike: 5/5, Surface: 5/5
- NGC Certification Page: https://www.ngccoin.hk/certlookup/3819010-025/NGCAncients/
Highlights
★ Rarity
This coin dates back to one of the earliest periods in human monetary history, making it an exceptionally rare and historically significant piece. Issued between 650 and 600 BCE, it belongs to the dawn of coinage, and surviving examples are exceedingly scarce.
While the coin bears no visible markings, its authenticity is verified through NGC certification, offering high reliability—a rare opportunity for acquisition.
★ Condition
Graded by NGC with Strike: 5/5 and Surface: 5/5, this coin is in outstanding condition.
- AU (About Uncirculated) indicates that the coin shows minimal signs of wear despite its ancient origins.
- The strike quality is rated at the highest level, 5 out of 5, reflecting crisp and clear details.
- The surface preservation is also flawless, with no detracting flaws commonly found in ancient coins.
For an artifact over 2,600 years old, its pristine state is truly remarkable.
★ Market Appeal
Made from electrum, an alloy of gold and silver, this coin holds both intrinsic value and historical significance. As both gold and silver prices rise, electrum coins are increasingly attractive to collectors and investors alike.
Moreover, being among the earliest known coins in human history, its historical value is immense. As interest in the ancient coin market continues to grow, demand for such rare and ancient pieces is expected to rise significantly.
This coin was issued shortly after humanity first began minting coins, making it a fascinating piece for antique coin collectors.
A true artifact from the origins of coinage, offering both historical depth and lasting value.
c.650-600 BC IONIA, UNCERTAIN MINT EL 1/24th Stater
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