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ANCIENT GREEK
NYMPH SILVER COIN PENDANT
IN
14KY GOLD
340 - 294 B.C.
This stunning coin is a GENUINE ancient Greek silver drachm showing a
beautiful head of a nymph with the reverse showing an eagle grasping a
serpent. The setting is designed to be worn with the nymph showing
outward but the reverse is shown for reference because this is such a
superb and rare example of this coin. The coin was minted in the
early fourth century B. C. on the ancient island of Euboia
in Greece. It is mounted in a richly designed solid 14K yellow
gold Greek Key design bezel pendant setting which wonderfully
compliments the ancient style of the artwork in the coin as well as
contrasts with the color and luster of the pure silver ancient coin.
Nymphs were often mentioned and
featured in
Greek mythological stories
and themes. Nymphs were female spirit
maidens who lived in mountains, groves, and by springs, rivers and
fountains in the ancient world. They were often the sexual targets
of Satyrs who were male spirits that roamed the forests in search of
satiating their lust with these fair spirits of beauty. It was
believed the the beauty of the wilderness was crafted by Nymphs.
The care of the wild plants and the animals was also attributed to the
loving tending of Nymphs.
This piece typifies the beauty of
Greek mythology and ancient Greek art styles. The detail,
preservation and center of the strike on BOTH sides makes this a finest
quality collector-grade ancient coin, perfect for a fine jewelry
centerpiece as seen above!
Overall diameter
is approximately 1 inch across with the coin being about the size of a
dime.
CPG027
$1275
COMES WITH A
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY / HISTORY SHEET
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shown with optional
CHAIN E, not included
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