This elegant pendant features a silver Denarius, a coin struck during the reign of Marcus Antonius Gordianus, better known as Gordian III, who was the Roman emperor from 238 to 244 C.E. Gordian III ascended to the throne as a teenager and, though young, managed to rule the empire for six years before his untimely death at the hands of his own soldiers.
On the obverse of the coin, we see the youthful portrait of Gordian III, his head adorned with a laurel wreath, symbolizing his imperial authority. The reverse features the graceful figure of Diana, goddess of the Moon and the Hunt, standing tall with a long, transverse torch, a symbol of guidance through the darkness. Her presence on the coin speaks to the reverence for the divine protector of both wilderness and civilization.
Encased in a meticulously handcrafted 14K gold setting, this ancient coin, about the size of a nickel, becomes not just a relic of Roman history but a piece of wearable art that links you directly to the age of emperors and gods. Whether as a tribute to the grandeur of Rome or an appreciation of Diana’s enduring symbolism, this pendant evokes timeless elegance.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand struck
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Denomination: Denarius
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Mint: during Roman Imperial period
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Empire: Roman
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Ruler: Gordian III (Pius)
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Date: from 238-244 C.E.
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Metal: Silver
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Weight: 2.8 grams
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Obverse: Bears the portrait of Gordian III, the Pius, ruler of the Roman Empire, facing right.
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Reverse: Depicts Diana, goddess of the Moon and the Hunt standing, facing right and holding long transverse torch.
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Setting: Handcrafted in 14K gold
- Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included. Chain sold separately.
Inv# A 21693
