Replica Ancient Greek Coin – Didrachm of Acragas (5th Century BC)

Bring a piece of ancient Sicily into your collection with this finely crafted replica of a silver didrachm from the city of Acragas (modern Agrigento, Sicily), issued in the 5th century BC. Acragas was one of the most prosperous Greek colonies in Sicily, known for its wealth, monumental temples, and artistic coinage.

Design Details:

• Obverse (front): An eagle, standing proudly with wings folded. In Greek culture, the eagle symbolized strength, authority, and divine power, often associated with Zeus, king of the gods.
• Reverse (back): A crab, the civic emblem of Acragas. It represented the city’s strong connection to the sea and the rivers that nourished its fertile lands.

Historical Context:

During the classical period (circa 480–406 BC), Acragas issued some of the most beautiful coinage of the Greek world. These coins were not only used for trade but also served as a statement of the city’s prosperity and identity. The pairing of the eagle and the crab symbolized both divine protection and natural abundance, making the coin a powerful emblem of Acragas’ strength.