Item Description
 
The 2023 Intaglio Mint 1 oz Silver Scylla – Greek Mythology Series (BU) brings to life one of the most terrifying sea monsters of ancient legend. Struck in .999 fine silver, this release continues the acclaimed Greek Mythology Series, honoring legendary figures whose stories shaped classical literature and maritime lore.
 
Scylla was said to dwell among jagged rocks within a narrow strait, positioned opposite the deadly whirlpool of Charybdis. Sailors who ventured too close to her lair faced certain devastation, as Scylla would snatch six crewmen from passing ships with her swift and ravenous heads. In Homer’s accounts, she is described as a grotesque creature with twelve dangling legs and six elongated necks, each bearing a horrifying head lined with three rows of razor-sharp teeth.
 
Her terrifying voice was said to resemble the yelping of dogs, contributing to her nightmarish presence. In classical art, Scylla was often portrayed as a fish-tailed sea goddess encircled at the waist by snarling canine forms. This silver round captures the terror and mystique of the legendary monster through intricate engraving and classical design elements.
 
Round Highlights
 
Metal Content: Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 Fine Silver
 
Mint: Intaglio Mint
 
Year: 2023
 
Series: Greek Mythology Series
 
Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated
 
Obverse Design: Scylla looming beside a raging sea over a ship
 
Reverse Design: Greek architectural dome with “GREEK MYTHOLOGY” inscription
 
Denomination: None (private-mint round carries no face value)
 
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse depicts Scylla poised beside a raging sea, her monstrous form looming over a ship caught in the foreground. The dramatic composition emphasizes the peril faced by ancient mariners navigating her waters. Fine detailing enhances the motion of the sea and the creature’s fearsome presence.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse features an elegant Greek architectural dome, framed by classical pillars. Across the ceiling appears the inscription “GREEK MYTHOLOGY.” A hallmark rests along the lower circumference at the base of the structure, completing the series’ signature reverse design.