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Numismatic Museum and its collection

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The Numismatic Museum of Athens is a museum that is housed in the mansion of the archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann. The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins in the world, both ancient and modern, containing 600,000 objects, mainly coins but also medals, standard masses, dies and stamps. Exhibitions are arranged chronologically, so that visitors can follow the history of coinage. Many items in the collection are coins that were found in hoards while the rest comes from the initial collection of Aegina. Highlight is the collection of coins from the 6th century BC until the 5th century CE.

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Numismatic Museum
Panepistimiou 12
999-20 Athens

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
8:30 – 15:30
Wednesday
8:30 – 15:30
Thursday
8:30 – 15:30
Friday
8:30 – 15:30
Saturday
8:30 – 15:30
Sunday
8:30 – 15:30
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Admission

Reduced€3.00
Normal rate€6.00
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Panepistimiou 12, Athens

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Exhibitions

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Numismatic Museum in Athens, Greece, offers a comprehensive look into the history of currency and coinage. Housed in the former mansion of Heinrich Schliemann, the building itself is an architectural attraction. The museum's extensive collection spans from ancient times to the modern era, featuring coins, medals, and other monetary artifacts from various civilizations.

    Visitors often appreciate the well-organized exhibits that chronologically present the evolution of currency. The audio guide, available in multiple languages, provides valuable context to the displays. Many find the ancient Greek and Roman coins particularly interesting, offering insights into the economic and cultural aspects of these civilizations.

    The museum's garden cafe is noted as a pleasant spot for a break, though some visitors mention it can be a bit pricey. While the museum is praised for its educational value, some reviewers note that it may not appeal to everyone, especially those without a specific interest in numismatics.

    The staff is generally described as helpful and knowledgeable. However, a few visitors mention that some areas of the museum could benefit from better lighting or more detailed explanations in English.

    Overall, the Numismatic Museum is considered a worthwhile visit for those interested in the history of money and ancient civilizations. Its central location in Athens makes it easily accessible, though it's often described as less crowded compared to other major attractions in the city.

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