The XXVIII Olympiad, held in Athens, Greece was the first time since the first modern Olympics were revived in Athens in the summer games of 1896 that the games returned to their country of ancient origin. The 1896 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the I Olympiad, were held in 1896 in Athens, Greece. These games were the first modern Summer Olympic Games and the first Games since Roman emperor Theodosius I banned the Ancient Olympic Games in 393 as part of the Christian campaign against paganism.
These cards come to us from the host country, are written in German and you can buy a card representing one four country group or buy the entire eight card set at a reduced price. These cards of Brilliant Uncirculated world coins would make a fantastic gift for any soccer (football) enthusiast or collector of world coins.
The XXVIII Olympics were held in Australia in 2000, and world coins from many nations were issued to mark the event. This particular piece features runners. Would make a nice gift for collectors of Olympic or world coins.
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