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The 2026 Greek €100 Gold Proof coin commemorates one of the most dramatic episodes of Homer's Iliad — the Wrath of Achilles and the Seizure of Briseis . The conflict begins when King Agamemnon, forced to return his captive Chryseis to end Apollo's devastating plague, demands Briseis, the war prize of Achilles, as compensation. Deeply dishonored, Achilles withdraws from the Trojan War, setting in motion the epic events that define the Iliad . His anger not only changes the course of the conflict but also explores timeless themes of honor, pride, fate, and the human cost of war. Struck in magnificent Proof quality from gold by the Greek Mint, this prestigious coin pays tribute to one of the greatest masterpieces of world literature and the enduring legacy of ancient Greek civilization, making it an exceptional centerpiece for collectors of classical history, mythology, and fine numismatics.