This exquisite pendant features a silver Tetradrachm from ancient Athens, a city that stood as a beacon of culture, wisdom, and military prowess during the height of the Greek empire. Struck between 440 and 404 B.C.E., this coin carries the legacy of a time when Athens was embroiled in the Peloponnesian War, a conflict that ultimately drained the city of its wealth and led to its conquest by Sparta. Despite these challenges, Athens remained a key player in ancient Greece, leaving an indelible mark on history.
On the obverse, the goddess Athena, the revered patron of the city, is portrayed with a calm and commanding expression. Her crested helmet, detailed with olive leaves and floral designs, symbolizes both wisdom and victory in battle.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand struck
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Denomination: Tetradrachm
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Mint: Attica, Athens
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Empire: Greek
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Date: c. 440-404 B.C.E.
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Metal: Silver
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Weight: 25.54 tw grams
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Obverse: Bears the head of Athena, goddess of Wisdom, facing right wearing a crested helmet ornamented with three laurel leaves and vine scroll. Part of the horse hair crest is visible, a design element which is almost always missing.
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Reverse: Depicts an owl standing with AOE in right field. The crescent moon on the left signifies the battle of Marathon in 490 B.C.E. when the Athenians defeated the Persians. Owls were considered by the Greeks to be significant, wise and important birds. Besides being mentioned in early Greek poetry, they were associated with the goddess Athena.
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Setting: Handcrafted in sterling silver with 14K gold accents.
- Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.
Inv# A 31744
