In August 2004, the Olympic Games returned to the country where they were born over 2,500 years ago, and to Athens the city of their revival in 1896. Within the framework of the Olympic Coin Program, the Greek Mint issued a series of commemorative coins, Gold and Silver, on which Greek history and heritage were engraved.
The Complete Set consists of 6 Gold and 12 Silver proof coins (Knossos - Olympia - Kallimarmaro - Zappeio - Acropolis - Academy) and (Runners - Disc - Long jump - Javelin -Equestrian - Relay - Rythmic Gymnastics - Swimming - Wrestling - Weight Lifting- Handball - Football)