{"product_id":"a51890","title":"Ancient Greek Athenian Owl and Athena Coin Pendant | Handcrafted Sterling Silver Setting","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eDiscover a refined expression of classical heritage with this authentic Athenian Silver Tetradrachm, hand-struck during the 2nd–1st century B.C.E. Minted in Attica, this coin reflects Athens in its later classical era—still revered for its enduring influence on art, philosophy, and civic life. The obverse presents Athena, goddess of wisdom, wearing her distinctive crested helmet, a timeless symbol of intellect and strength. On the reverse, the iconic Athenian owl stands upon an amphora and is framed by oak leaves, representing knowledge, resilience, and continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"906\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCarefully set in a handcrafted sterling silver setting, this piece transforms an ancient coin into an elegant and wearable tribute to Greek history. Subtle yet powerful in symbolism, it is ideal for collectors and admirers of classical culture seeking a meaningful treasure with lasting beauty and historical depth.\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\u003eTetradrachm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attica, Athens became a great cultural and political center. The long drawn-out Peloponnesian War (431-404 B.C.E.) drained Athens of her wealth and ended with the capture of the city by the Spartans. Eventually she became dependent first on Macedon then Rome.\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 2nd-1st Century 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 16.6 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: \u003c\/strong\u003eBears the bust of Athena, goddess of Wisdom facing right, wearing a close-fitting crested helmet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: \u003c\/strong\u003eDepicts an owl standing on an amphora surrounded by oak leaves. 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. The coin weighs 16.6 grams and is set in sterling silver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting: \u003c\/strong\u003eHandcrafted setting in Sterling Silver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chain may be purchased separately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInv# \u003c\/strong\u003eA51890 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Blue Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46252379635870,"sku":"A51890","price":6495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1532\/8953\/files\/A51890_12.jpg?v=1768502780","url":"https:\/\/bigbluetreasures.com\/products\/a51890","provider":"Big Blue Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}