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1oz Fine Silver 7 Wonders of the Ancient World Coin Colossus of Rhodes L Mintage
$ 23.73
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Description
Extremely Low Mintage of 7,777. First in a series of 7 Ancient "7 Wonders of the World" Comes in Capsule and Coin Pouch.The 7 Wonders of the Ancient world are among the most famous landmarks in human history. The series will highlight each Wonder with a limited mintage release of Silver rounds, each displaying a landmark, effigy, and denomination.
The Colossus of Rhodes was a massive 33-Meter statue of the sun god Helios. It was erected on the Greek island of Rhodes shortly after their victory in the Siege of Rhodes, where they successfully defended the island from the Macedonian leader Demetrius Poliorecetes. King Ptolemy I of Egypt, a close ally of the city, assisted greatly in the victory. His effigy is displayed on the reverse along with a denomination accurate to the era.
Round Highlights:
Contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver
Limited mintage of 7,777 Rounds
Features edge mark with weight and purity, unique for a bullion round
Obverse: Features the Colossus of Rhodes towering over the famed trade city.
Reverse: Displays an effigy of Ptolemy I, a close ally to the city who helped in the defeat of Macedonian leader Demetrius Poliocetes in the Siege of Rhodes. The round carries a denomination of 1 DRACHMA. The First of the New 7 Ancient Wonders of the World
7 Wonders of the Ancient World
This exciting series will include seven releases featuring limited mintages of 7,777 Silver. Each release of Silver and Gold rounds will feature a beautiful design of a mystical wonder of the ancient world and an effigy of a historical figure relevant to the subject, along with a denomination applicable to the period.