Cameroon Ares & Aphrodite 2 oz Silver 2025 Colorized/Gilded Antiqued

The Ares & Aphrodite coin is the third installment of the Power of Love series, following the releases Amenhotep & Nefertiti and Caesar & Cleopatra. This time, the inspiration comes from Greek mythology and the clash of two powerful archetypes—the god of war and the goddess of love.

Ares symbolizes the untamed nature of war—instinct, chaos, and the primal energy of conflict. Aphrodite, born of sea foam, embodies love, beauty, and desire. According to myth, their secret affair was full of passion and transcended the bounds of divine obligations. The coin portrays this relationship as a metaphor for two forces stemming from the same primal energy—passion.

The design emphasizes the contrast and harmony between strength and delicacy. Aphrodite’s image is enriched with symbols of roses, long associated with love and seduction. Her neck is adorned with a certified 0.02 ct diamond, subtly shimmering like the light of love. The entire composition is further accentuated by colorization and selective gilding, which lend the scene clarity and underscore the symbolic nature of the depiction.

The coin is struck from pure silver of fineness Ag.999, weighs 2 ounces (62.2 g), and has a diameter of 45 mm. An Antique Finish has been applied, giving it a refined, historic character and emphasizing the depth of the details. The mintage is strictly limited to 500 pieces worldwide.

The issue is from Cameroon, carries a face value of 2000 francs, and was released in 2026. It is a collector’s piece that combines mythology, symbolism, and modern minting techniques.

Obverse: features the official elements of the issuing state, including the country name, year of issue, and face value.

Reverse: depicts a dynamic composition with the images of Ares and Aphrodite, showing the tension and the inseparable bond between war and love—two forces that have shaped history and human nature for centuries.