KING LEONIDAS I OF SPARTA 5 Oz Silver Coin 25000 Francs Chad 2023

The reverse of the coin features a detailed image of Leonidas, one of the most famous kings in Greek history. King Leonidas died in the battle along with 300 other Spartans. The Greeks were ultimately able to expel the Persians and the actions of Leonidas and his Spartans are credited for making the turning point in the war possible. The reverse depicts Leonidas moving forward, with his shield covered with blood, his mouth opened, as if he was screaming, and with a sword in his right arm. Behind him, other valiant soldiers. The reverse also includes a frame with a Greek pattern on the rim of the coin. The obverse of the coin depicts Leonidas' shield, finished with a splatter of blood red paint to emphasize the grueling battles that happened during those times. At the bottom, the Coat of Arms of Chad. Around the obverse, the inscriptions: "REPUBLIQUE DU TCHAD" – the country of issue, "2023" – the year of issue and "25000 FRANCS CFA" – the face value.