Shield of Achilles 4 Oz 3000 CFA Francs Silver Coin Cameroon 2026

Description

Shield of Achilles 4 Oz 3000 CFA Francs Silver Coin Cameroon 2026

The shield from Homer's Iliad

In Book XVIII of the Iliad, Homer describes the shield that Hephaestus, god of smiths, forged for Achilles. On its surface he depicted the whole world: the sky and stars, cities at peace and at war, the harvest, the vintage and dances. It is one of the most famous descriptions of a work of art in literature.

Coin design

The 90 mm coin takes the form of a concave shield, fully plated in 24-carat gold. Concentric rings are filled with scenes from the lives of people and gods struck in ultra-high relief, with a chariot at the centre. Patination emphasises the depth of detail, and the coin is completed by an Ag 925 silver insert (31.10 g).

Packaging

The coin comes in a box with a Mint of Poland certificate of authenticity.

A gift idea

A prestigious gift for lovers of Greek mythology and Homer, collectors of ultra-high-relief coins – and a decoration that catches the eye in any cabinet.

Key facts

• Issuer: Cameroon
• Face value: 3,000 CFA francs
• Metal: Ag 999 silver, 24K gilding, Ag 925 insert
• Weight: 4 oz
• Diameter: 90 mm
• Finish: proof, ultra-high relief, patination
• Year of issue: 2026
• Mintage: 500 pieces
• Packaging: box, certificate of authenticity
• Producer: Mint of Poland

A mintage of 500. Order the Shield of Achilles – Homer's world in gold and silver.

Read the story of Achilles, the Trojan War and his famous shield in our article Achilles and the Trojan War – Achilles’ Heel and the Iliad.