{"title":"Ancient Coin Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore earrings that bring ancient coin designs into contemporary jewelry. Discover distinctive pairs inspired by history and crafted to be worn today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"greek-coin-earrings-with-blue-diamonds-267-146-bce","title":"Greek Coin Earrings with Blue Diamonds (267 - 146 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:  Histiaia the nymph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Histiaia on the stern of a galley \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eTwo ancient \"tetra-obols\" from Euboea featuring the head of the nymph Histiaia on the obverse, and the same nymph seated on the stern of a galley on the reverse.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAncient Euboea was located in the \u003cstrong\u003eAegean Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e, directly off the eastern coast of mainland Greece. It is the second-largest Greek island after Crete and is known today as Evia (or Évvoia).  The island of Euboea grew into a major economic and commercial hub, reflected by the massive output of these silver fractions. Commonly referred to as tetrobols (equal to 4 obols or 2\/3 of a drachma), and could buy everyday goods like several litres of wine or multiple loaves of bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese tetraobols were minted extensively during the Hellenistic period, particularly from the 3rd to 2nd centuries BCE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese earrings are paired with natural, teal-blue diamonds and feature the nymph and boat on front.  Bezel-st in 14k gold with an easy to use wire that allows the charm to dangle gently when worn.  The little coins are lightweight and comfortable for every-day wear.  Certain to be a conversation piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eApprox. 12mm diameter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eOverall wire length 1.25\" inches (33mm long)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e2mm natural blue diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin bag with polishing cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eEach coin was hand minted thousands of years ago, one at a time, resulting in interesting asymmetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee my \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50401186676993,"sku":"AR35","price":1431.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7427.jpg?v=1791152550"},{"product_id":"greek-coin-earrings-with-pink-sapphires-267-146-bce","title":"Greek Coin Earrings with Imperial Spinel (267 - 146 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:  Histiaia the nymph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Histiaia on the stern of a galley \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eA playful set of \"tetra-obols\" from Euboea, Greece featuring the portrait of the nymph Histiaia on the obverse and the nymph seated on the stern of a galley on the reverse.  Each earring features either side of the coin and are paired with highly prized pink Imperial Spinel from Burma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eAncient Euboea was located in the Aegean Sea, directly off the eastern coast of mainland Greece. It is the second-largest Greek island after Crete and is known today as Evia (or Évvoia). The island of Euboea grew into a major economic and commercial hub, reflected by the massive output of these silver fractions like these. Commonly referred to as tetrobols (equal to 4 obols or 2\/3 of a drachma), they could buy everyday goods like several litres of wine or multiple loaves of bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThese earrings are paired with unique, blush-pink Spinel set in shiny 14k gold bezels.  The 14k gold wire allows the charm to dangle gently when worn and are lightweight and comfortable for every-day wear.  Certain to be a conversation piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eApprox. 12mm diameter each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eOverall wire length 1.25\" inches (33mm long)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e2.5mm Imperial Spinel (Burma - Mogok Valley Myanmar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eProcured and hand fabricated with 14k gold by Cynthia Green, making each a one-of-a-kind keepsake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee my \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eAR36\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50403170451713,"sku":"AR36","price":1431.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7429.jpg?v=1791152488"},{"product_id":"cloud-mountain-hubei-turquoise-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Cloud Mountain Hubei Turquoise and Celtic Coin Earrings","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eA pair of powder-blue spiderweb turquoise, bezel-set in fine silver with two ancient celtic coins  (1st c BCE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAn authentic set of silver quinarii set with beautiful hubei turquoise.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). Quinarian coins served as half-denarius and represented roughly\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eThe front image features bridled horses rearing to the left. The legend reads Q DOCI above, and SAM F (for Samulali filius - the moneyer).  On the other side, helmeted heads facing left of the Roman\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e goddess Roma.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDhAT\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QEw\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMinted by the \u003cstrong\u003eSequani tribe\u003c\/strong\u003e during the turbulent period of the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGallic Wars\u003c\/strong\u003e led by \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican iconography.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQ-7AUegoIAggACAEIDhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QAA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eI paired these with soft Clous Mountain turquoise, from Hubei where premium turquoise like these have been used by royal families for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eBezel-set with premium Argentium sterling for the bright white color and resistance to tarnishing. Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSigned and stamped with my honeybee maker's mark on the back with silicone backs for a snug and comfortable fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eTurquoise stones: 21mm x 15 mm oval \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e10 mm AR silver coins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eNGC certified (#86345886-003 \u0026amp; 004) VF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAR23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50517362606337,"sku":"AR23","price":1230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7491_1.jpg?v=1793929368"},{"product_id":"raindrop-hubei-turquoise-and-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Raindrop Turquoise and Celtic Coin Earrings","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eA pair of 'raindrop' turquoise bezel-set in fine silver with ancient celtic coins  (1st c BCE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAn authentic set of Roman quinarii paired with gem-grade hubei turquoise.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). These small silver \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ecoins served as half-denarius and represented\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eThe front image features helmeted heads of the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003egoddess Roma.\u003c\/strong\u003e  On the other side, bridled horses are galloping to the left.  The legend reads Q DOCI above, and SAM F (standing for Samulali filius for the moneyer).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDhAT\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QEw\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMinted by the \u003cstrong\u003eSequani tribe\u003c\/strong\u003e during the turbulent period of the \u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGallic Wars\u003c\/span\u003e led by \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing a fascinating blend of traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican iconography.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQ-7AUegoIAggACAEIDhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QAA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eI paired these with unique \u003cstrong\u003eraindrop turquoise\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Hubei province where premium turquoise has been used by royal families for centuries.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eBezel-set with shiny Argentium sterling and fine silver for its bright white color and resistance to tarnishing. Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSigned and stamped with my honeybee maker's mark on the back; with posts and silicone backs for a snug and comfortable fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eTurquoise squares approx 16mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e10 mm AR silver coins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eNGC certified (#6345886-005 \u0026amp; 007) VF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAR22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50647832166657,"sku":"AR22","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7492_2.jpg?v=1793926598"},{"product_id":"sleeping-beauty-turquoise-ancient-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Turquoise and Ancient Celtic Coin Earrings (1st c BCE)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eA pair of ancient celtic coins with Sleeping Beauty turquoise gems bezel-set in fine silver.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eAn authentic set of silver quinarii paired with vibrant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). Quinarian coins served as half-denarius and represented roughly\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eThe front image features galloping horses with the head of Roma on the back.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eMinted by the Aedui tribe during the turbulent period of the \u003cstrong\u003eGaellic Wars (58 - 50 BCE) \u003c\/strong\u003e led by \u003cstrong\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing a fascinating blend of traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican coin iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eThe celtic Aedui were long time allies of Julius and lived between the Loire and Saone rivers in modern day France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eHandcrafted with fine silver and Argentium sterling.  Fine silver and Argentium sterling are best for the bright white color and resistance to tarnishing (due to lower copper content). Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eApprox. 12mm diameter each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eOverall wire length 1.25\" inches (33mm long) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC certified (#6345886-352 \u0026amp; 460) Ch VF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eAR56\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50962035409153,"sku":"AR56","price":427.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7616.jpg?v=1793056016"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/collections\/DSC_7255_1.jpg?v=1791579629","url":"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/collections\/ancient-coin-earrings.oembed","provider":"Ionia Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}