2023 5 oz 5000 CFA Cameroon Great Commander Series Leonidas I Antique Finish Silver Coin Year: 2023 Mintage: 750 pcs Finish: Antique Finish, partial gilding and colour Country: Cameroon Denomination: 5000 Francs Manufacturer: MINTXXI Metal Content: 5 troy oz Purity: .999 Fine Silver Diameter: 65 mm Leonidas means lion-like in Ancient Greek.A fitting name for the King if the Sparta as his lion-like courage made him one o the greatest commanders in history. In tribute to this great commander, the 5 oz silver coin in antique-finish was issued. The partial gilding and colour application brings out the details of the finley minted coin. King Leonidas I. was the ruler of the Greek City-State of Sparta from 488 B.C to 480 B.C. Known for his high military intelligence, he led the Greek troops in the second Greco – Persian war. He is mostly famous for his heroic sacrifice at the Battle of Thermopylae, where he repelled a big Persian force with only 300 Spartans and 700 Thespians alongside him. Shipping via UPS or other private company if available. For security reasons if you buy more than one item orders might be combined and shipped through an expensive carrier, no refunds given. If you don't agree please don't bid.