2022 Republic of Cameroon 5000 francs CFA Celestial Beauty - Apollo and The Muses Ag

“Apollo and the Muses” sits atop of the most refined coins in ancient Greek history.

According to legends, Apollo was the god of a myriad of things, including poetry, sun, knowledge, light, beauty, archery, and agriculture. He was also the god of healing. The Muses, known as Calliope, Terpsichore, Erato, Polyhymnia, Euterpe, Clio, Melpomene, Thalia, and Urania, were the goddesses of art, creativity, and imagination.

This coin depicts the Muses as exquisite women with divine beauty dancing around god Apollo, who proudly stands in their midst. On the reverse, you witness the Muse’s dance in truly intricate detail, allowing you to have a vivid imagination of a moment that made history!