293 - 280 B.C.E. Greek Lion & Athena Coin Pendant | Handcrafted 14K Gold Setting

Thoughtful delivery service

Easy 30 day returns

Certified Reviews

Description

293 - 280 B.C.E. Greek Lion & Athena Coin Pendant | Handcrafted 14K Gold SettingStruck over two thousand years ago in the ancient coastal city of Velia, this silver nomos carries the enduring spirit of a people who fled conquest to forge a new home. Founded around 540 B. C. E. by Greek refugees from Phokaia, Velia thrived in southern Italy, resisting local incursions and later allying with Rome during its rise to dominance. This coin hails from the citys final decades of independenceits artistry a testament to Velias cultural

Sear 10962

BONUS-shipwreck story is provided as well

please reach out and we can send you pictures of the available pieces

the pendant elevates this historical artifact into a stunning piece of wearable art

Inv# T11102

an emperor who ruled the breakaway Gallic Empire in the 3rd century C

wearing her distinctive triple-crested Athenian helmet

wearable reminder of faith

while the reverse displays an upside-down anchor within a circle

About the size of a nickel

Certificate of Authenticity also includes the passage from the Bible

As the lowest denomination coin in the Holy Lands during the time of Christ