Leonidas, Silver 999 Coin, Gold 24K, 155.5g / 5 oz – Cameroon 2023
This 5oz silver coin is dedicated to Leonidas, the leader of the Greek city-state of Sparta known for his high military intelligence and belongs to the Great Commanders series. The coin has an Antique Finish quality, an incredible design with partial gold gilding, coloring, high reliefs, and comes in a themed case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of 750 pieces worldwide.
On the reverse side of the coin is depicted King Leonidas I, who led the Greek forces in the second Greco-Persian war. He is mainly famous for his heroic sacrifice at the Battle of Thermopylae, where he repelled a large Persian force with only 300 Spartans. The helmet of Leonidas is gilded with Gold, and selected areas in the design are colored in red.
On the obverse side, a Spartan shield with inscriptions around it: “2023” – the year of issue, “REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN” – the issuing country, “5000 FRANCS CFA” – the nominal value, and “5 oz” – the weight of the coin, “Ag 999” – the purity of silver.
- Mintage 750 pieces
- Weight & Material 5 oz 999 Silver
- Finish, antique high relief, gilding, coloring
- Diameter 65 mm
- Country Republic of Cameroon
- Year of Issue 2023
- Face value 5000 francs