Artefacts

Athens 2004, 10 euros. Greece. Series 6. Football.

Obverse

Modern footballer preparing to kick a ball, while his ancient counterpart is practicing his skill by bouncing a ball on his thigh, his hands tied behind his back. The representation is taken from a marble relief dating back to early 4th century B.C.

Reverse

The 12 stars of the European Union on the external circle, in the middle the official Games' emblem with the value 10 EURO.

Materials

silver 925

Colors

silver

Dimension

ø 40 mm, 180 °, 34 g