3 Incredible Ancient Greek Coins to Add To Your Collection


As you might have noticed, at Austin Rare Coins, we’re pretty big fans of ancient Greek coins. Because they’re known for their beauty and incredible aesthetic appeal, they make a great addition to any collection.

Made from silver, gold, or copper, most ancient Greek coins represent an incredible value due to their rarity or visual appeal. Perhaps best of all is the fact that many of the rare coins that we know and love the most drew inspiration from some of the coins we’ll discuss in today’s post. Speaking of which…

Today’s post is dedicated completely to three of the best ancient Greek coins we have in stock. What makes them so great, you ask? Keep reading to find out because each of these coins is appealing for different reasons and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Ancient Greek Coins We’re Sure You’ll Love

One of the best things about ancient Greek coins is that you’re able to hold a piece of history in your hands. Sure, you might get a similar feeling from other rare coins, but there’s something that’s so incredibly special about holding a coin that’s over 2,000 years old that makes it a feeling that’s simply unmatched by anything else!

Whether you’re just starting a collection of ancient Greek coins or you’ve been collecting for years, finding the next piece of your collection is always a thrill. That’s why here at Austin Rare Coins, our goal is to provide our customers with the best coins on the market. Let’s take a look at three of our favorites!

Apollonia Pontica Silver Drachm Mint State NGC

The Apollonia Pontica Silver Drachm Mint State NGC is truly a thing of beauty! Apollonia Pontica was a Greek city located on the western coast near the Black Sea and this wonderful coin features a Gorgon on its back. Not only is it one of the most interesting looking ancient Greek coins, but you can also consider it to be a true piece of art that’s sure to hold a special place in any collection. Perhaps best of all is that you can make this coin your own for such an incredibly low price for what it is.

Thrace Isle of Thasos Silver Tetradrachm Extremely Fine

If you’ve been searching for an ancient Greek coin that’s an incredible value for its price, look no further than the Thrace Isle of Thasos Silver Tetradrachm which features a portrait of Dionysis (you may know her as the goddess of wine) on the front and a beautiful piece of art on the back that depicts a beautiful example of ancient Greek art. Add this one to your collection today.

Syracuse Agathocles Gold Decadrachm

For the ultimate ancient Greek coin, look no further than this Syracuse Agathocles Gold Decadrachm. It’s a beautiful example of one of the finest Greek gold coins in existence and it dates back over 2,300 years. This particular coin has been awarded with a style designation of “fine” and it’s of an incredibly high quality. Prominently featured on this coin is Apollo, the Greek god of music and art; the reverse of the coin depicts horses and a charioteer.

Order Your Ancient Greek Coins Today

Here at Austin Rare Coins, we strive to provide our customers with truly incredible ancient Greek coins for their collections.

Regardless of your reason for collecting ancient Greek coins, you can put your trust in us to provide you with beautiful pieces that are sure to be a highlight in your collection. Whether you choose one of the coins mentioned above or something else entirely, we’re here to help. Contact us today if you require assistance in any way!