{"product_id":"a51841","title":"431-400 B.C.E. Ancient Greek Silver Stater Coin Pendant | Handcrafted 14K Gold Setting","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eDiscover a captivating expression of ancient Greek mythology with this authentic Greek Silver Stater from Sikyonia, hand struck between 431–400 B.C.E. Minted during a period of artistic and cultural refinement, this remarkable coin pairs powerful symbolism with elegant design. The obverse features the mythical chimera, a legendary fire-breathing creature representing strength, imagination, and transformation, while the reverse presents a gentle dove within a wreath, sacred to Aphrodite and long revered as a symbol of love, harmony, and peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"898\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eExpertly set in a handcrafted 14K gold setting, this piece transforms an ancient artifact into a refined and meaningful treasure. Balanced in both power and beauty, it is ideal for collectors and admirers of mythology, history, and timeless elegance—offering a graceful connection to the spirit and storytelling of ancient Greece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect size to wear every day or layer with something from your personal collection. The dove was the personal symbol of Aphrodite, goddess of love. On the reverse is a chimera (head of a lion, body of a goat and snake as its tail. Coin is about the size of a dime. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhodos was given the same name as the island and situated on the northern promontory only 12 miles from the mainland. It quickly achieved great prosperity and became one of the principal trading centers of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand struck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenomination: \u003c\/strong\u003eGreek Silver Stater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sikyonia, Sikyon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmpire:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greek\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 431-400 B.C.E.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.6 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeatures a chimera, a female monster that spit flames. She had a head of a lion, body of a goat and the tail of a snake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: \u003c\/strong\u003eDepicts a dove facing left within a wreath. Recognized as Aphrodite's sacred bird, the \"symbol of love\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted setting in 14K gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eChain may be purchased separately.\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInv#\u003c\/strong\u003e A51841\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Blue Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46266710327454,"sku":"A51841","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1532\/8953\/files\/A51841_3.jpg?v=1768700985","url":"https:\/\/bigbluetreasures.com\/products\/a51841","provider":"Big Blue Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}