Oldest Coin in The World 560 to 546BC Lydian Lion Ancient Coin- $1400 Book Value

Created over 2,600 years ago, under the rule of King Kroisos, at the Sardes Mint. The Lydian Lion, highly regarded as the oldest coin in the world.

This Rare one-sided coin features a roaring lion, the emblem of the Lydian Kings who created it around 560 to 546 BC.

Guidebook Value: $1,400

This coin is older then every other ancient coin ever made, including older than both Greek and Roman ancient coins.

Guaranteed to be Genuine and comes with a certificate of Authenticity.

This coin was found in current day Turkey and is smaller than a US dime.

The story of why Lydia was the first to create coinage is controversial, but a convincing argument is that it was because the Lydians controlled the Paktolos River and were located at a junction of numerous routes. Historically, the Lydian people were known to be commercial and savvy and were some of the first merchants.