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The Greece, 2023, Silver Proof Coin “Maid of Philo – The First Robot (200 BC)” celebrates one of the most fascinating achievements of ancient Greek engineering. The “Maid of Philo,” described by the ancient inventor Philo of Byzantium , was an automated mechanical servant designed to pour wine when a cup was placed in her hand. Dating back to around 200 BC , this ingenious device is often considered one of the earliest examples of a programmable mechanical automaton, demonstrating the remarkable technological sophistication of the ancient Greek world. Note: The Ancient Technology coin series highlights some of the most remarkable inventions and scientific achievements of the ancient world. Through these numismatic issues, the series celebrates pioneering technologies that influenced engineering, mechanics, astronomy, and early automation, showcasing the ingenuity and intellectual legacy of the great minds of Antiquity.