Description
The coin commemorates the 2.500th anniversary of the Battle of Marathon. The centre of the coin shows a synthesis of a shield and a runner/warrior symbolizing the battle for freedom and the noble ideals derived from the battle of Marathon. The bird on the shield symbolizes the birth of western civilization in its present form.
Subject of commemoration
2.500th anniversary of the Battle of Marathon
Date of issue
2010-10-06
Issuing country
Greece
Coin image
Official Journal
Issuing volume
2500000