Greek Goddess Athena Cufflinks – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
This coin is one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrates the portrait of Goddess Athena.
Made in-house in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history.
The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC.
This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins that illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare.
Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar.
In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus.
Goddess Athena Pendant – Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Ancient Greek coins with the face of ancient Greek goddess Athena or Alexander The Great. In Greek mythology, Athena is the daughter of Zeus and the goddess of wisdom, handicraft, and warfare.
Handcrafted 925 sterling silver coin pendant.
Ancient Greek Coins Bracelet – Sterling Silver
Bracelet with Ancient Greek symbols.
This is a beautiful silver bracelet with ancient coins (replicas) representing different symbols from ancient Greek history and mythology (Spiral Of Life, ancient Greek Gods).
Handmade item.
Athena and Owl Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Necklace inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated
Handmade in Greece.
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Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar.
Alexander the Great Necklace – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Α beautiful and timeless Coin necklace inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Alexander the Great.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated
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This Ancient Greek coin represents Alexander the Great on one side, and the Lysimachou on the other. The inscription reads Lysimachou in Greek fonts. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history. Lysimachus was a Macedonian officer and diadochus of Alexander the Great, who became a basileus in 306 BC, ruling Thrace, Asia Minor, and Macedon.
Athena – Stater of Corinth Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
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This Ancient Greek coin represents Athena Chalinitis on the front side and the inscription “ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ” on the backside.
Athena – Stater of Corinth
This silver stater of Corinth depicts the head of Athena Chalinitis.
Helios Sun Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
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Handmade pendant, inspired by an ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Rhodes.
This Ancient Greek coin illustrates Helios Sun God on the one side and the flower rhodon (rose), a symbol of Rhodes on the other. The inscription reads : “RHODION” in Greek fonts.
Helios, in Greek mythology, is the god and personification of the Sun, often depicted in art with a radiant crown and driving a horse-drawn chariot through the sky.
Medusa Pendant – Gold Plated Pendant
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
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Medusa, in Greek mythology, the most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons, is generally described as a winged female with living venomous snakes in place of hair; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful. According to Hesiod and Aeschylus, she lived and died on an island named Sarpedon, somewhere near Cisthene. Medusa was beheaded by the hero Perseus, who thereafter used her head, which retained its ability to turn onlookers to stone, as a weapon until he gave it to the goddess Athena to place on her shield. according to another account; Perseus buried it in the marketplace of Argos. The Labyrinth in ancient Greece was an elaborate, confusing structure designed and built by the legendary artificer Daedalus for King Minos of Crete at Knossos. Its function was to hold the Minotaur. the Minotaur is a mythical creature portrayed in Classical times with the head of a bull and the body of a man. The Minotaur was eventually killed by the Athenian hero Theseus.
Medusa Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated Pendant
Made of 925° sterling silver and gold plated.
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Medusa, in Greek mythology, the most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons, is generally described as a winged female with living venomous snakes in place of hair; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful. According to Hesiod and Aeschylus, she lived and died on an island named Sarpedon, somewhere near Cisthene. Medusa was beheaded by the hero Perseus, who thereafter used her head, which retained its ability to turn onlookers to stone, as a weapon until he gave it to the goddess Athena to place on her shield. according to another account; Perseus buried it in the marketplace of Argos. The Labyrinth in ancient Greece was an elaborate, confusing structure designed and built by the legendary artificer Daedalus for King Minos of Crete at Knossos. Its function was to hold the Minotaur. the Minotaur is a mythical creature portrayed in Classical times with the head of a bull and the body of a man. The Minotaur was eventually killed by the Athenian hero Theseus.
Athena Coin Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Α beautiful and elegant bracelet inspired by an ancient Greek tetradrachm.
Made of gold plated and 925 sterling silver.
The bracelet is decorated with a ruby gemstone.
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Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Alexander the Great Coin Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
A bracelet inspired by an ancient Greek coin, depicting Alexander the Great.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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History
Alexander the Great (356 BC – 323 BC), also known as Alexander III was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. He is considered one of the greatest and most successful military strategists in world history.
The specific coin was minted at about 287 BC, after Alexander’s death, by King Lysimachos, one of the generals of Alexander the Great, who inherited the throne of Thrace after his death.
The original coin is exhibited in the Greek Numismatic Museum.
Sterling Silver Apatite Necklace with Goddess Athena Coin
An outstanding necklace inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm.
Made of sterling silver 925° and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar.
Alexander the Great Cufflinks – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Α beautiful and timeless pair of cufflinks inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Alexander the Great.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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History
This Ancient Greek coin represents Alexander the Great on one side, and the Lysimachou on the other. The inscription reads : Lysimachou in greek fonts. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history. Lysimachus was a Macedonian officer and diadochus of Alexander the Great, who became a basileus in 306 BC, ruling Thrace, Asia Minor and Macedon.
Goddess Athena Chalinitis Cufflinks – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
This Ancient Greek coin represents Athena Chalinitis.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
Athena – Stater of Corinth
This silver stater of Corinth depicts the head of Athena Chalinitis.
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Goddess Athena Chalinitis Cuff Bracelet
A bracelet inspired by an ancient Greek coin, depicting Athena Chalinitis and the Parthenon-Acropolis temple.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade in Greece.
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Athena – Stater of Corinth
This silver stater of Corinth depicting the head of Athena Chalinitis.
The original coin is actually exhibited in the Greek Numismatic Museum. Parthenon is the main monument in Acropolis. Built in honor of the goddess Athena, and is the brightest monument of the Athenian state.
Alexander the Great Coin Cufflinks – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Cufflinks inspired by the Ancient Greek coin of Alexander the great.
Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Hercules Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Hercules Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Hercules Drop Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Pegasus Winged Horse Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
A pendant depicting the horse pegasus. Pegasus is a mythical winged divine stallion, and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology. Usually depicted as pure white, Pegasus is a child of the Olympian god Poseidon.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver
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Helios Sun Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant, inspired by an ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Rhodes.
This Ancient Greek coin illustrates Helios Sun God on the one side and the flower rhodon (rose), a symbol of Rhodes on the other. Inscription reads : “RHODION” in Greek fonts.
Helios, in Greek mythology, is the god and personification of the Sun, often depicted in art with a radiant crown and driving a horse-drawn chariot through the sky.
Made in-house in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Athene Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
This coin illustrates the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other.
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm.
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Alexander the Great Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Alexander the Great.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
This Ancient Greek coin represent the Alexander the Great on one side, and the Lysimachou on the other. Inscription reads : Lysimachou in greek fonts. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history. Lysimachus was a Macedonian officer and diadochus of Alexander the Great, who became a basileus in 306 BC, ruling Thrace, Asia Minor and Macedon.
Athena Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
This coin illustrates the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other.
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm.
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Hercules Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925°sterling silver.
Hercules Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925°sterling silver.
Goddess Athena and Owl Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
This coin illustrates the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other.
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm.
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history. The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC. This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar. In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Hercules Coin Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Handmade pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin, depicting Hercules.
Made of 925°sterling silver.
Alexander the Great Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated
Α beautiful and timeless coin pendant inspired by the ancient Greek tetradrachm coin of Alexander the Great.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
This Ancient Greek coin represent the Alexander the Great on one side, and the Lysimachou on the other. Inscription reads : Lysimachou in greek fonts. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history. Lysimachus was a Macedonian officer and diadochus of Alexander the Great, who became a basileus in 306 BC, ruling Thrace, Asia Minor and Macedon.
Ancient Greek Coins Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
This is a beautiful silver bracelet with ancient coins representing different symbols and figures from ancient Greek history and mythology.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena Coin Link Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Α beautiful and elegant bracelet with Goddess Athena.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history.
The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC.
This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins that illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare.
Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar.
In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Athena Earrings – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Α beautiful and elegant pair of earrings with Goddess Athena
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Parthenon Coin Pendant – Sterling Silver Gold plated
This is a beautiful coin pendant representing the Parthenon – the main monument in Acropolis. It was built in the mid-5th century bce and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena and is the brightest monument of the Athenian state.
Made in 925 sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena Coin Pendant – Sterling Silver Gold plated
This Ancient Greek coin represents Athena Chalinitis on the front side and the inscription “ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ” on the backside.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
The perimeter is decorated with meander or the Greek key design
Made of 925 sterling silver.
Handmade item.
Athena – Stater of Corinth
This silver stater of Corinth depicts the head of Athena Chalinitis.
Ancient Greek Gold Plated Silver Coin Pendant-Alexander the Great
Ancient Greek coin representing Alexander the Great and King Lysimachus. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
The perimeter is decorated with meander design.
Greek Goddess Athena Coin Pendant – Sterling Silver
One of the most popular ancient Greek coins illustrates Athena’s head on the one side and the King Pyrrhus of Epirus on the other.
Made in-house in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
In Greek mythology, Athena is the daughter of Zeus and the goddess of wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. The perimeter is decorated with a meander or the Greek key design. Pyrrhus I was a Greek general and statesman of the Hellenistic period. He was king of Epirus. He was one of the strongest opponents of early Rome.
Alexander The Great Coin Bracelet – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Ancient Greek coin represent Alexander the great. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history.
Made in 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Alexander the Great Pendant – Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
Ancient Greek coin represent Alexander the great one one side and king Lysimachus on the other. Alexander the Great the King of Macedonia is considered one of the most important forms of world history. Lysimachus was a Macedonian officer and diadochus of Alexander the Great, who became a basileus in 306 BC, ruling Thrace, Asia Minor and Macedon.
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Handmade item.
Goddess Athena – Silver & Gold Plated Coin Pendant
The pendant bears the ancient Greek tetradrachm, depicting Athena and her symbol, the wise Owl.
A beautiful and elegant coin pendant handcrafted in gold plated and 925 sterling silver.
Goddess Athena and Owl – Athenian silver tetradrachm
Dracma was the currency used in Greece during several periods in its history.
The tetradrachm was an Ancient Greek silver coin equivalent to fourdrachmae in Athens it replaced the earlier “heraldic” type of didrachms and it was in wide circulation from ca. 510 to ca. 38 BC.
This coin belongs to the so-called “new style Athenian coins” minted between 166 and 64 B.C. and is considered one of the most popular ancient Greek coins which illustrate the portrait of Goddess Athena on the one side and the wisdom owl on the other. Athena is an ancient Greek goddess associated with wisdom, handicraft, and warfare.
Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. She’s usually shown in art wearing a helmet and holding a spear. Her major symbols include owls, olive trees, and snakes. Her temples were located atop the fortified Acropolis in the central part of the city. The Parthenon on the Athenian Acropolis is dedicated to her, along with numerous other temples and monuments. Her main festival in Athens was the Panathenaia, which was celebrated in midsummer and was the most important festival on the Athenian calendar.
In the classical Olympian pantheon, Athena was regarded as the favorite daughter of Zeus. The owl traditionally accompanies Athena. Because of such association, the owl has been used as a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The inscriptions contain the city’s “national” appellation (“ΑΘΕ», i.e. “of the Athenians”).
Pegasus Pendant – 925 Sterling Silver and Gold Plated
A pendant depicting the horse pegasus
Made of 925⁰ sterling silver and gold plated.
Pegasus is a mythical winged divine stallion and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology. Usually depicted as pure white, Pegasus is a child of the Olympian god Poseidon. Pegasus was caught by the Greek hero Bellerophon, near the fountain Peirene, with the help of Athena and Poseidon. Pegasus allowed Bellerophon to ride him in order to defeat the monstrous Chimera, which led to many other exploits. Bellerophon later fell from the winged horse’s back while trying to reach Mount Olympus. Afterwards, Zeus transformed Pegasus into the eponymous constellation.
