2023 ORPHEUS from “The Great Greek Mythology” Series; 1 Ounce Antiqued HR Silver Coin; 2000 Francs CFA Cameroon

Description

Metal                    Silver

Purity                   0.999 (99.9%)

Weight                 1 Troy oz (31,1 g)

Diameter              32 mm

Attributes             Antique Finish, High Relief, Selective Gold Gilding

Mintage                500

Packaging             Presentation Box with CoA

The 1 ounce Orpheus coin illustrates a charming musician and a poet carrying a gilded lyre and singing. He is known as a founder of Orphic mysteries, which are based on his songs, and their central rite is animal sacrifice. Sitting near the lion and the deer, with birds flying around, Orpheus is in pain, suffering from losing his loved one. According to the legends, he descended into the underworld to restore her to mortality. Enchanting Orpheus was able to convey his emotions into works of art, which continue to fascinate everyone throughout the centuries.