This Ascalon tetradrachm replica is inspired by one of the most elegant coins of the Hellenistic world — the silver tetradrachm struck by the ancient Philistine city of Ascalon (modern Ashkelon, Israel) during the 2nd and 1st centuries BC. The obverse features a laureate head facing right, hair flowing in long waves beneath a laurel wreath, with Greek lettering to the left reading Koras — a name associated with Persephone/Kore, goddess of the harvest and the underworld, who was venerated at Ascalon. The reverse depicts Nike, the winged goddess of Victory, standing to the left with one arm raised holding a victor’s wreath aloft, her wings spread wide, draped robes falling to her feet, with Greek lettering reading Askalwnos — of Ascalon — to the left. The deep antique silver finish and large 40mm format give this replica the presence and weight of a museum-quality piece.
This piece is an ancient Greek collectible coin replica inspired by the Hellenistic tetradrachm of Ascalon, designed for display and collection.
About the Design
Ascalon was one of the five great Philistine cities of the ancient Levant, situated on the Mediterranean coast of what is now southern Israel. Under Hellenistic influence from the 4th century BC onwards, Ascalon adopted Greek culture, language, and coinage — striking tetradrachms that combined Greek iconography with local religious traditions. The Kore/Persephone obverse reflects the city’s veneration of the goddess, while the Nike reverse — Victory herself — speaks to the Hellenistic ideal of divine favour in war and commerce. The original tetradrachm is today a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors of ancient Levantine and Greek coinage. This replica captures the portrait style, the Nike reverse, and the antique silver finish of the original in a large-format collectible piece.
Product Features
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Obverse: Laureate head facing right with laurel wreath, Greek lettering inspired by Koras inscription
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Reverse: Nike winged Victory standing left, wreath raised, Greek lettering inspired by Askalwnos inscription
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Material: Brass with antique silver plating
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Diameter: 40mm
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Weight: Approximately 5g
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Finish: Antique silver
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Packaging: Protective case included
Displayed images show the collectible design and relief detail. Each piece is produced as a commemorative art collectible.
Perfect For
- Ancient Greek and Hellenistic coin collectors
- Levantine history, Biblical archaeology, and ancient Near East enthusiasts
- Classical mythology and Nike/Persephone themed collections
- Unique gift for ancient history lovers
- Anyone drawn to the art and iconography of Hellenistic coinage
Display Ideas
Display alongside other ancient Greek and Hellenistic replicas in a collector’s tray or shadow box. The large 40mm format and deep antique silver relief make this one of the most visually impressive ancient coin replicas available — the Nike reverse in particular is a masterclass in Hellenistic coin art, with every feather of her wings and every fold of her robes captured in sharp relief. A centrepiece piece for any ancient coin collection.
Shipping
Free worldwide tracked shipping
Estimated delivery: 9–14 days
Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival
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This item is a commemorative collectible inspired by ancient Greek coinage. It is not an authentic ancient coin, not legal tender, not issued by a government mint, and not an investment product. It is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only.
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