Molon Labe, meaning ?come and take it? is a traditional Greek phrase expressing defiance, believed to be spoken by the Spartan King Leonidas when the Persian armies demanded the surrender of their weapons. The expression is commemorated in this one-ounce silver art medal.
- Contains 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver
- Obverse:
- The detailed depiction of Soldier in Spartan regalia with a spear in hand and shield raised, facing an overwhelming number of enemy forces, many of which are perched upon large pachyderms.? ??MOLON LABE? around the bottom circumference.
- Reverse: Large Intaglio Mint logo surrounded by plain border reading ?ONE TROY OUNCE? above and ?.999 FINE SILVER,? flanked by stars.
Specifications:
- Weight: 1.00 troy ounce
- Thickness: 3.10 mm
- Purity: .999 fine
- Edge: Reeded
- Diameter: 39 mm
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated







