{"title":"Ancient Coin Pendants","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore one-of-a-kind ancient coin pendants that bring history into the present. Each piece pairs an authentic ancient coin with gemstones and solid gold for jewelry that feels both timeless and personal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"parthian-coin-with-ceylon-blue-sapphire","title":"Parthian Coin Pendant with Ceylon-Blue Sapphire (128 - 147 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 128 - 147 C.E. (AD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Pakoros I \"King of Kings\" \/ Mithradates V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Arsaces I (first King of Parthia), holding a bow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePakoros I \u003c\/strong\u003ewas a Parthian King known as \u003cstrong\u003e\"King of Kings,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e but he isn't typically identified as \u003cstrong\u003eMithradates V.\u003c\/strong\u003e He was the son of \u003cstrong\u003eOrodes II\u003c\/strong\u003e, a major Parthian ruler who fought Rome, and his name is linked to the Parthian dynasty that included rulers like Mithradates I\u003ca class=\"GI370e\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Mithradates+I\u0026amp;rlz=1C1SQJL_enUS889US889\u0026amp;oq=about+Pakoros+I+%22King+of+Kings%22+%2F+Mithradates+V\u0026amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCTQ1MzBqMGoxNagCCLACAQ\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfCJAX2hagLOCQEOOj0_QK8Uijy2gsJK_8GFoEXNcQYA_KzVVeh5UrvsnqmWSiCKXpRAxokJNbNd7YlKIQAW3VR5KJ9FUeysNaIoA7vOXOb5etpO3cwkP9xFe1qhDZIRdpIMQoAq1bDptwXoEXTMiiMHe8PtagQI9tCjwvoeKfHcQhI\u0026amp;csui=3\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwiWyPjC9fyRAxV1CDQIHWZCHa0QgK4QegQIARAB\" style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and Mithradates II.  Pakoros I himself achieved fame for campaigns against Rome, particularly a significant invasion of Syria and Judea in the 1st century BCE.  \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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) Silver Drachm \/ 14k Gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Ceylon-Blue Sapphire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eSize: 20mm x 23mm (about size of US nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertified Authentic: 2330929\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\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\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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);\"\u003eAR15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47051108778241,"sku":"AR15","price":1068.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7380_1.jpg?v=1790634863"},{"product_id":"indo-greek-coin-with-natural-diamond","title":"Bactria, Zoilos II Pendant with Diamond (65 - 36 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 65-35 B.C.E.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Draped bust of Zoilos II - Bactria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Athena holding aegis shield with thunderbolt in right\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZoilos II \u003c\/strong\u003ewas an Indo-Greek king who ruled in eastern Punjab and reigned c. 55–35 BCE.  He may have been the Bactrian ally of \u003cstrong\u003eMarcus Antonius (Marc Antony) \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eCleopatra VII\u003c\/strong\u003e referred to by Virgil in his vision of the Battle of Actium in The Aeneid, Bk.VIII, 688.  All these kings used the same symbol as Apollodotus II, the \u003cstrong\u003efighting Pallas\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAthene.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAthena \u003c\/strong\u003esymbolizes \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, strategic warfare, \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003ecivic authority. \u003c\/strong\u003eRecognized by her Corinthian helmet and Aegis, she represents both the intellectual side of war and the power of the state. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eIt hangs on a versatile, 14k gold and diamond carabiner clasp that allows additional charms to be added or clipped to wear on any chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e15mm, Argentum (AR) Silver Drachm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e \/ 14k Gold setting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e2mm Natural White Diamond with Diamond carabiner bail clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with certificate of authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\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);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAR14\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47054223868161,"sku":"AR14","price":1191.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7292.jpg?v=1790468471"},{"product_id":"alexander-iii-greek-coin-with-diamond-pendant","title":"Alexander the Great Pendant with Diamond (310 - 301 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Head of Herakles wearing lion-skin headdress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Zeus seated, holding an eagle and sceptre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 310–301 BCE (Posthumous Issue - after death)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlexander the Great\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in 356 BCE in Pella, Macedonia, was one of the most renowned military leaders and conquerors in history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHis conquests included the Persian Empire, Egypt, and large parts of Asia, reaching as far as the Indus River in India.  Alexander's \u003cstrong\u003emilitary genius, charismatic leadership, and ability to inspire loyalty \u003c\/strong\u003eamong his troops were instrumental in his success.  His kingdom brought about significant cultural and political change, \u003cstrong\u003espreading Greek culture throughout the known world\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHe died in 323 BCE at the age of 32 under mysterious circumstances in Babylon, marking the end of his extraordinary reign.\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e2 mm natural white diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e18 mm diameter (approximately the size of a U.S. nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Certified — 8521735-109\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\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\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in a satin pouch and gift box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47054237106433,"sku":"AR1","price":1173.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7378.jpg?v=1790635385"},{"product_id":"archaemenid-empire-coin-pendant","title":"Darius II Ancient Coin Pendant in 14k Gold (5th c BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront: Darius II Persian King Hero; quiver over shoulder, holding bow and spear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Incuse punch mark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 5th century B.C.E.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eOne of my oldest coins - \u003cstrong\u003eDarius II \u003c\/strong\u003ewas an Achaemenid \u003cstrong\u003ePersian King \u003c\/strong\u003eknown as\u003cstrong\u003e Ochus\u003c\/strong\u003e before taking the throne; his reign was marked by internal revolts such as support for \u003cstrong\u003eSparta\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003ePeloponnesian War\u003c\/strong\u003e. He maintained the empire's monetary system by minting gold darics and silver sigloi like this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eFrom a biblical-historical perspective, this time period coincided with the closing of the long era of events contained in the Old Testament. As such, this coin hails from the very beginning of the \u003cstrong\u003eIntertestamental Period\u003c\/strong\u003e. This \u003cem\u003eCarradice Type IV Persian coinage \u003c\/em\u003e(king running with bow and dagger) \u003cem\u003ewas the last large series of coinage struck with just a one-side design. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese very early coins like this supported trade, paying mercenaries during conflicts with \u003cstrong\u003eAthens \u003c\/strong\u003eand other wars in the 400's BCE. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) Silver Sigios \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 20mm x 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 14k gold beads and double ring bail\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Certified: 8229611-004 Authentic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with shine cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain\/Pearls sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47061527757057,"sku":"AR12","price":798.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_6247.jpg?v=1775943856"},{"product_id":"lucainia-metapontum-ancient-coin-pendant","title":"Greek Lucania Pendant with Tanzanite (330 - 280 BCE) - SOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Demeter wearing a barley wreath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Wheat with plow and leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 330–280 BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAncient coins from \u003cstrong\u003eMetapontum, \u003c\/strong\u003ein the Greek region of \u003cstrong\u003eLucania (Southern Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e, are famous for their beautiful designs, especially featuring the barley ear, symbolizing the city's \u003cstrong\u003eagricultural wealth\u003c\/strong\u003e, often paired with deities like Demeter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemeter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the ancient \u003cstrong\u003eGreek Olympian goddess of agriculture, the harvest, fertility, and sacred law, \u003c\/strong\u003eknown for teaching humanity farming and grain cultivation, but most famous for her myth with daughter \u003cstrong\u003ePersephone\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose abduction by \u003cstrong\u003eHades \u003c\/strong\u003eplunged the world into winter until her return, linking Demeter to the \u003cstrong\u003eseasons, death, and the afterlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver Stater \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThree (3mm) Tanzanite gemstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e21 mm diameter (approximately the size of a U.S. quarter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Certified — 4531890-003 (Choice Very Fine)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eFree Domestic Shipping\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 pouch \/ magnetic gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArtist-designed and created by \u003cb\u003eCynthia L. Green. T\u003c\/b\u003ehis piece is entirely one of a kind with collections crafted in small batches. Designed to be worn, collected, and passed down for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47297153073409,"sku":null,"price":2708.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_6120_copy.jpg?v=1785606499"},{"product_id":"roman-antoninianus-bronze-coin-pendant-14k-gold","title":"Diocletian Roman Bronze Pendant in 14k Gold (284 - 305 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 284 - 305 CE (AD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Emperor Diocletian with horned \"radiate\" crown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Jupiter handing Diocletian a winged Victory with inscription CONCORDIA MILITVM (“Harmony of the Soldiers”).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eA tough soldier of humble origin from Dalmatia (the coastal region of modern Croatia), \u003cstrong\u003eDiocletian\u003c\/strong\u003e would rule for 20 years, ending the chaotic anarchy that had tormented the empire for five decades. Diocletian ended the Roman Empire's \"military anarchy,\" dividing rule into a the first \u003cstrong\u003efour-man system (Tetrarchy)\u003c\/strong\u003e for better control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eDiocletian himself ruled in the East, establishing his capital at Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Türkiye). To ensure a smooth succession, each emperor later appointed a junior colleague \u003cstrong\u003e(designated as Caesar) \u003c\/strong\u003ein the Tetrarchy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\"antoninianus\" coin\u003c\/strong\u003e was introduced by Emperor Caracalla in 215 C.E. at a value of two denarii.  During the third century, the percentage of silver in the antoninianus was gradually reduced as emperors were forced to stretch a limited supply of bullion to pay their troops. The usual mark of denomination for the antoninianus is \u003cstrong\u003ethe spiked “radiate” crown\u003c\/strong\u003e worn by the emperor like this one.  \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);\"\u003eBronze \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e20 mm (about size of US quarter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch and gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAR11\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47437258457345,"sku":"AR11","price":855.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7376.jpg?v=1790635318"},{"product_id":"roman-imperial-coin-caracalla-and-black-diamond-pendant-14k-gold","title":"Caracalla Denarius Pendant with Black Diamond (198 - 217 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 198 - 217 CE (A.D.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Laureate head of Emperor Caracalla wearing wreath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Aequitas - holding scales in left hand (symbolizing \u003cem\u003e'Fair dealing') \u003c\/em\u003eand a cornucopia (prosperity) in right\u003cem\u003e, \u003c\/em\u003ewith inscription \"Moneta\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucius Septimius Bassianus (aka: Caracalla) \u003c\/strong\u003ewas born in Lugdunum in C.E. 188 (AD), while his father was serving as governor of Gaul. Lucius Septimius Bassianus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHis father, \u003cstrong\u003eSeptimius Severus\u003c\/strong\u003e, seized the throne and defended it against all rival claimants during the civil wars of C.E. 193-197.  \u003cstrong\u003eBassianus \u003c\/strong\u003ewas named Caesar in 195 and was further elevated to co-Augustus with his father three years later, \u003cem\u003ewhen he was only 10.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHis name was changed to Marcus Aurelius Antoninus in honor of the revered \u003cstrong\u003eAntonine dynasty\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the boy was said to prefer barbarian manners and fashions, and he soon earned a nickname after a type of \u003cstrong\u003ehooded Germanic cloak he liked to wear - Caracalla (or, in modern terms, \"hoodie\").\u003c\/strong\u003e\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) Silver \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Natural Black Diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e19mm (about size of US dime)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Certified Authentic: 8567880-012 (CH XF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity included\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 pouch \/ gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAR12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47437274710273,"sku":"AR10","price":923.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_6349.png?v=1786228608"},{"product_id":"gallienus-ancient-coin-constantine-ii-14k-gold","title":"Constantine II Bronze Follis Pendant (324 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 324 CE (A.D.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Constantine II wearing laurel wreath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Wreath of Success; inscription DOMINOR NOSTROR CAESS (Our Lord Ceasar)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstantine II \u003c\/strong\u003e(Latin: Flavius Claudius Constantinus; 316–340) was Roman emperor from 337 to 340. The son of the emperor Constantine I, he was proclaimed Caesar by his father shortly after his birth. He was associated with military victories over the Sarmatians, Alamanni and Goths during his career, for which he was granted a number of victory titles, \u003cstrong\u003eholding the consulship four times – in 320, 321, 324, and 329 A.D\u003c\/strong\u003e. (Common Era).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eConstantine II ascended to the throne alongside his two younger brothers, ruling Gaul, Hispania, and Britain. However, his belief in his rights of primogeniture (first born) caused conflict with his younger brother, which ended with his death in a failed invasion of Italy in 340 CE. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHis father, Constantine the Great, was the first to convert to Christianity, \u003c\/strong\u003ethought to have a direct impact the formation of Rome as is today.\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);\"\u003eBronze Follis \/ 14k Gold setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e18mm (about size of US nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authentication Provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47437331431681,"sku":"AR9","price":609.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_6097_1_b276db3e-4fe2-4606-b98f-c69f80e1853a.jpg?v=1785605601"},{"product_id":"apollonia","title":"Greek Gorgon Madusa Coin Pendant with Pink Sapphire (480 - 450 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrace - Apollonia, Greece · Circa 480-450 BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14k Gold and Sapphire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Gorgon (Madusa) Head with protruding tongue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Anchor with mint mark 'A'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThis is a rare \u003cstrong\u003eApollonia Pontika \u003c\/strong\u003e(modern Sozopol, Bulgaria) silver drachm from \u003cstrong\u003eThrace\u003c\/strong\u003e. Here the gorgon, presumably \u003cstrong\u003eMedusa\u003c\/strong\u003e, is portrayed as a hideous monster, with her face in rictus, tongue protruding - used as a popular device to \u003cstrong\u003eward off evil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe hideous triad; sisters Stheno, Euryale, and \u003cstrong\u003eMedusa\u003c\/strong\u003e, were said to have hair of writhing living serpents, venomous and terrifying, and whose gaze turned to stone any who beheld it. Two of the sisters, Stheno and Euryale, were immortal but Medusa was not. She was killed and beheaded by the hero \u003cstrong\u003ePerseus\u003c\/strong\u003e who used his polished shield as a mirror to protect himself from viewing her directly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe anchor and the crayfish on the back attest to the city's reliance on maritime commerce for its economy.  The \u003cstrong\u003eanchor is one of the first anchors of modern desi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egn rendered in Greek art, \u003c\/strong\u003emeant to protect sailors and travelers.\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e2mm Blush-Pink Sapphire gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eApprox. 12 mm diameter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Certified:  6828916-011 (Ch VF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\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\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch. gift box and polishing cloth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAR8\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48049803886849,"sku":"AR8","price":1419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7424.jpg?v=1791151123"},{"product_id":"pendant-14k-gold-copy","title":"Elymais Tetradrachm Pendant with London-Blue Topaz (42 - 41 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Kamnaskires V with star and anchor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Draped bust of Kanmaskires with legend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 42-41 BCE (Seleucid Era 271 )\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKamnaskires V\u003c\/strong\u003e was a king of the Elymais Kingdom, an autonomous state in modern-day SW Iran (ancient Susiana) that was a vassal to the \u003cstrong\u003eParthian Empire\u003c\/strong\u003e. The small star and anchor symbols on right reflect a blend of Seleucid-influenced political and religious traditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eElymais Kingdom\u003c\/strong\u003e existed as a semi-independent state between the decline of the Seleucid Empire and the rise of the Sasanians and was a significant power in the region during the Hellenistic and Parthian periods, with its rulers frequently using Greek-style coinage to assert their authority.\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);\"\u003eImpressive weight - 15.5g Argentum (AR) silver \/ 14k Gold  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThree (4mm) London-Blue Topaz gemstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e25 mm diameter \/ 3mm thick (approx. size of US Half-dollar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified — 8523047-023\u003c\/strong\u003e (Choice Very Fine)\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);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in elegant micro-suede envelope \/ gift box \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included - *contact me for options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Shown on Black Pearl Strand with 14k gold chain and Bee charm (sold separately) - email Cynthia with inquiry at admin@ioniajewerly.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087040688385,"sku":"AR7","price":2484.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7409.jpg?v=1791151467"},{"product_id":"parthian-coin-and-rose-garnet-pendant-14k-gold","title":"Parthian Coin Pendant with Rhodolite Garnet (190 - 208 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParthian Kingdom - Circa: 190-208 C.E. (AD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Bust of King Osroes II  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: The traditional Parthian archer (Arsaces I) seated holding a bow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOsroes II \u003c\/strong\u003ewas a Parthian usurper who issued silver drachms, primarily from the Ecbatana mint, during a brief period of civil strife. These coins feature a distinctive long-bearded bust wearing a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003epearl-decorated tiara, typically with a blundered Greek inscription and an archer seated on the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese coins are rare evidence of a rival ruler during the chaotic final decades of the Parthian Empire before its fall to the Sassanids. The \"tiara with earflaps\" and long beard are key diagnostic features used to distinguish Osroes II from contemporary rulers like Vologases IV or \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105); text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Pakoros\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/products\/parthian-coin-with-ceylon-blue-sapphire\"\u003ePakoros I\u003c\/a\u003e. \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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) Silver Drachm \/ 14k Gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Rhodolite (Rose) Garnet - Birthstone for January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eSize: 18mm (about size of US nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNGC Cert: 4938312-025 (Ch AU) 'Almost Unused'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\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\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch in gift box and polishing cloth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAR5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48174672740609,"sku":"AR5","price":780.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7420.jpg?v=1791589543"},{"product_id":"elymais-kingdom-tetradrachm-and-topaz-pendant-14k-gold-copy","title":"Antiochus VII Tetradrachm Pendant with Diamond Clasp (100 - 90 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:  King Antiochus VII Euergetes  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:  Athena with spear and shield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 100-90 BCE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntiochos VII \u003c\/strong\u003ewas the last of the Seleucid kings who attempted to reclaim the once-mighty empire. His reign was occupied by fruitless battles and ephemeral victories ending with ancient Syria as his only domain.  Antiochos was the son of Demetrios I Soter (reigned 161–150 BC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCoins from the Seleucid period like these are thought to be some of the most beautiful and sought after due to the detail and romantic portraiture of the image.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThis piece is handsome on a simple leather rope or mixed with a sterling chain.  The genuine diamond clip bail allows you to add charms and hook on any chain to mix and match.\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);\"\u003e15.5g Argentum (AR) silver coin - 28mm diameter (about 1 and 1\/8\" inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e1\/2\" genuine 14k \/ diamond bail carabiner clip (included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified Authentic — 6708835-002 (posthumous issue \/ Cappadocian mint) VF\u003c\/strong\u003e \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);\"\u003eArrives in micro-suede envelope \/ gift box and  shine 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48224782352641,"sku":"AR4","price":2217.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7374.jpg?v=1790634863"},{"product_id":"greek-lucania-coin-with-tanzanite-330-280-bce-copy","title":"Greek Lucania Coin Pendant with Champagne Diamond (330 - 280 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Demeter wearing a barley wreath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Wheat with plow and leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 330–280 BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAncient coins from \u003cstrong\u003eMetapontum, \u003c\/strong\u003ein the Greek region of \u003cstrong\u003eLucania (Southern Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e, are famous for their beautiful designs, especially featuring the barley ear, symbolizing the city's \u003cstrong\u003eagricultural wealth\u003c\/strong\u003e, often paired with deities like Demeter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemeter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the ancient \u003cstrong\u003eGreek Olympian goddess of agriculture, the harvest, fertility, and sacred law, \u003c\/strong\u003eknown for teaching humanity farming and grain cultivation, but most famous for her myth with daughter \u003cstrong\u003ePersephone\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose abduction by \u003cstrong\u003eHades \u003c\/strong\u003eplunged the world into winter until her return, linking Demeter to the \u003cstrong\u003eseasons, death, and the afterlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e*Pendant hangs from a detachable, 14k gold and diamond clasp enhancer to layer with added charms and pendants.\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver Stater \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Champagne Diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e14k gold diamond bail clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e20 mm diameter (approximately the size of a U.S. quarter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified Authentic — 5872806-038 \u003c\/strong\u003e(Choice Very Fine)\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);\"\u003eCertificate of Authentication provided\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 pouch \/ gift box 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);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48361454764289,"sku":"AR3","price":1819.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7372.jpg?v=1790634863"},{"product_id":"lion-coin-with-peridot-210-185-bce","title":"Greek Lion Coin Pendant with Peridot (210 - 185 BCE)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"383\" data-start=\"324\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Lion Scalp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Forepart of a Bull\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"383\" data-start=\"324\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 210 - 185 BCE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"375\" data-start=\"372\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eA rare ancient coin from the Greek city-state located on the Aegean coast. In ancient Greek iconography, \u003cstrong\u003elions\u003c\/strong\u003e were often associated with the \u003cstrong\u003epower of the gods and the might of Greek warriors\u003c\/strong\u003e with its fierce expression embodying the power and dignity of \u003cstrong\u003eSamos\u003c\/strong\u003e, a city-state that prided itself on its independence and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003emilitary prowess.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ebull \u003c\/strong\u003eon the reverse has long been a symbol of\u003cstrong\u003e fertility, strength, and sacrifice.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bull is rendered on this coin in profile with its powerful form enhanced by the finely executed detailing of its muscular build and often seen as a noble creature, deserving of reverence and symbolic of the connection between the divine and the human realm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR tetrabol coins like these were a widely used in many Greek cities and the \u003cstrong\u003eSamos\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIonia \u003c\/strong\u003eexample stands out for its distinctive design and its place in history. The coin reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistic achievements of the Greek world in the 3rd century B.C.\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThree 2mm peridot gemstones (birthstone for Leo \/ August)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e15 mm diameter (approximately the size of a U.S. dime)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authentication provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cspan\u003e\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eAR2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48501631484161,"sku":null,"price":1390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7507.jpg?v=1791588516"},{"product_id":"alexander-the-great-coin-with-diamond-310-301-bce-copy","title":"Alexander the Great and Zeus Pendant (336 - 323 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Head of Herakles wearing lionskin headdress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Zeus seated holding eagle and sceptre; torch in left\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 336 - 325 BCE*  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlexander the Great\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in 356 BCE in Pella, Macedonia, was one of the most renowned military leaders and conquerors in history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eHis conquests included the Persian Empire, Egypt, and large parts of Asia, reaching as far as the Indus River in India.  Alexander's \u003cstrong\u003emilitary genius, charismatic leadership, and ability to inspire loyalty \u003c\/strong\u003eamong his troops were instrumental in his success.  His kingdom brought about significant cultural and political change, \u003cstrong\u003espreading Greek culture throughout the known world\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e*There are many coins of \u003cstrong\u003eHerakles\u003c\/strong\u003e - this one is notably unique in that Zeus' legs do not cross, indicating that the coin was struck during Alexander's lifetime (not posthumously).  Modern numismatic research (including work by Martin Price and Georges Le Rider) has shown that uncrossed legs remain a strong indicator of \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eearly or lifetime coinage\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (c. 336–325 BC) rather than later issues (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003ewith a Zeus seated with the right leg crossed back). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eBeautiful when layered with gold or silver chains and pendants - can be worn showing either side (I prefer the side with Zeus!)\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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e16 mm diameter (approximately the size of a U.S. nickel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in a satin pouch and gift box with polishing cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificat of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Fine strike on both sides - very fine detail\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR13\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48647681409281,"sku":"AR13","price":1317.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7367.jpg?v=1790635043"},{"product_id":"dionysus-tetradrachm-coin-pendant-with-white-pearl-charm-c-148-90-bce","title":"Dionysus Tetradrachm Pendant with Pearl (148 - 90 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Dionysus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:  Heracles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 148 - 90 BCE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eLarge authentic silver tetradrachm from the Thracian Islands of Thasos\/Greece minted in the 2nd to 1st c BCE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eDuring the 1st century, the cult of \u003cstrong\u003eDionysus\u003c\/strong\u003e on the North Aegean island of Thasos (historically grouped with the Thracian Islands) represents an era where deeply rooted local mythology intersected with regional economic power. Dionysus was one of the island's supreme patron deities alongside Heracles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eOn this coin, Dionysus has curly locks and is wearing an Ivy crown with flowers, heart-shaped leaves and a traditional 'mitra' cloth headband. The reverse features \u003cstrong\u003eHeracles Soter\u003c\/strong\u003e (Heracles the Savior) standing with a club and a lion skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThese specific coins were heavily minted starting from roughly 148 BC down through 90\/80 BCE and later. Because Thasos was famous across the ancient world for its exquisite \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThasian wine\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, these coins acted as a global currency. They were so popular in the Balkans and mainland Thrace that local Thracian and Celtic tribes spent decades creating their own artistic \"barbarous imitations\" of the Thasian Dionysus coin.\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);\"\u003e16.5g Argentum (AR) silver coin - 31mm diameter  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e14k gold bezel-set with natural pearl charm and bail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified Authentic — 3599045-068 CHVF\u003c\/strong\u003e \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);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50382869201153,"sku":"AR30","price":2107.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/Dionysus_Tetra_with_Pearl.jpg?v=1790210388"},{"product_id":"apollo-ancient-roman-coin-with-lavendar-sapphire-42-bce","title":"Roman Apollo Coin Pendant with Lavender Sapphire (42 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Apollo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Diana Lucifera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 42 BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThis authentic Roman coin was a product of Monyer, Publius Clodius during the turbulent period of the Second Triumvirate. Hence his initials and m.f. monogram on the back.  Said to be struck just two years after the assassination of \u003cstrong\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e and during the same year as the pivotal Battle of Philippi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThe obverse features a beautiful laureate head of \u003cstrong\u003eApollo\u003c\/strong\u003e with hair rolled into a chignon with loose curls behind, and a lyre in the lef field, symbolizing civility, music, education and culture.  On the reverse, \u003cstrong\u003eDiana Lucifera\u003c\/strong\u003e (Light-Bringer) standing with a bow and quiver, with grounded lit torches in each hand.  Because the moon shines in the night sky, the Romans associated Diana with light, linking her to Luna and viewing her as the sister of the Sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003ePaired with a unique Lavendar Sapphire from Madagascar in 14k gold - Associated with inner peace, emotional balance, and higher consciousness, the color more enlightening in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified Authentic —  8568388-126 (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\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);\"\u003e19mm AR silver coin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Lavendar Sapphire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e14k gold setting and bail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authentication provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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 style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR51\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50382911897857,"sku":"AR51","price":1213.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/Apollo_Roman_Coin_with_Sapphire.jpg?v=1790214159"},{"product_id":"ancient-thracian-lion-coin-pendant-386-338-bce","title":"Thracian Lion Coin Pendant with Champagne Diamond (386 - 338 BCE) - SOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Forepart of Lion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Incuse punch \/ Sunken Quarters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 386 - 338 BCE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eRare and unique ancient hemidrachm (half drachm) from 4th century BCE depicting the forepart of a lion with head left.  The reverse depicts a \"quadripartite (4-part) incuse square\" punch with an 'A' identifying the specific magristrate that made the coin, holding him accountable for the correct weight, standard value and silver purity.  This type of incuse punch was commonly used in early coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThese \u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003ehammered silver coins served as standard circulating currency to facilitate local commerce, troop payments, and trade across the Aegean region. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific hemidrachm is believed to have been struck in the Thracian Chersonesos (modern-day Gallipoli peninsula), an important region for ancient Greek trade and agriculture controlled largely by Athens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eBezel-set in14k gold with a sparkly champagne diamond. Beautiful when layered or paired with other charms or pendants. \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);\"\u003e12mm Argentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm Champagne Diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in a satin pouch and gift box 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);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eOne of a kind; hand crafted by Cynthia Green \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50401046626561,"sku":"AR18","price":1246.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7294.jpg?v=1790466305"},{"product_id":"caria-isle-of-rhodes-ancient-coin-pendant-209-190-bce","title":"Caria, Isle of Rhodes Coin Pendant (209 - 190 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Helios Sun God\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Rose  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 209 - 190 BCE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eA rare and collectable ancient coin featuring \u003cstrong\u003eHelios\u003c\/strong\u003e, the patron diety from the island of Rhodes (off the coast of Caria).  What makes this coin unique and collectible is the \u003cstrong\u003ebudding Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e with tendril and ear of grain on the reverse. The rose (rhodon in Greek) served as a cleaver symbol representing the city's name. Aristoboulus, (APIΣTOBOYΛOΣ t\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003ehe magistrate's name\u003c\/span\u003e) is also shown with letters P-O (P-O-D-I-N short for Rhodes) on reverse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eHelios was revered as the creator and protector of Rhodes with magnificient facial depictions minted on Rhodian silver coinage like this one.  This is an example of the visual echo of the famous \u003cstrong\u003eColossus of Rhodes\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the \u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eSeven Wonders of the Ancient World\u003c\/em\u003e\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eBezel-set simply in 14k gold so it could be worn on either side, with a versatile diamond carabiner bail that allows you to add to charms and clip on any chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eNGC Certified Authentic: 61577725-009 (XF) Extra Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e15 mm diameter; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e14k gold bezel-setting and diamond bail clasp included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in a satin pouch and gift box  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eNot produced - procured and hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\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\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50403233956097,"sku":"AR20","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7290.jpg?v=1790546806"},{"product_id":"roman-lycian-league-coin-with-apollo-30-27-bce","title":"Roman Lycian Coin Pendant with Apollo (30 - 27 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 30 -27 B.C.E.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Laureate Head of Apollo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:  Lyre with Masikytes mint \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMasikytes Lycian League\u003c\/strong\u003e (Apollo-with-Lyre) coin is an ancient silver hemidrachm minted in the region of Lycia (modern Turkey) during the rise of the Roman Empire under \u003cstrong\u003eAugustus.\u003c\/strong\u003e Masikytes was a mountainous monetary district in central-southern Lycia named after the local Massikytos mountain range. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThe Lycian League was a federation of city-states that shared a common coinage system while under the watchful political protectorate of Rome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThe obverse features a laureate head of \u003cstrong\u003eApollo\u003c\/strong\u003e (the god of music, light, poetry, prophecy, and healing), flanked by the ethnic letters Λ-Υ (abbreviation for Lycia). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThe reverse has the symbol with a lyre labeled with the mint letters M-A for Masikytes. In Greek mythology, the 'messenger god' \u003cstrong\u003eHermes\u003c\/strong\u003e invented the first lyre out of a tortoise shell and gave it to Apollo to atone for stealing his cattle. Apollo mastered the instrument, becoming its divine patron. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eCulturally and politically, the \u003cstrong\u003e\"harmony of the strings\u003c\/strong\u003e\" served as a metaphor for political unity.  \u003cem\u003eStamping a lyre on league coinage sent a message that separate city-states were working together in peaceful coordination, under the protection of divine order\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eBezel-set in 14k gold with a versatile diamond carabiner clasp that allows additional charms to be added or it can be clipped to hang on any chain, showing either side of the coin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eA perfect gift for music lovers, mathemeticians and musicians.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e15mm, Argentum (AR) Silver Drachm   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e14k Gold setting with 14k gold w\/ Diamond carabiner bail clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with certificate of authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAuthentic coin procured and hand fabricated by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\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(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAR29\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50403770564865,"sku":"AR29","price":1261.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7293.jpg?v=1790560304"},{"product_id":"apollo-pegasus-coin-necklace-14k-gold","title":"Small Greek Pegasus \u0026 Apollo Coin Necklace (4th - 3rd c BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 4th - 3rd c BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Laureate Head of Apollo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:  Flying Pegasus \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eA silver diobol from Lampsacus in Mysia minted around the 4th to 3rd c BCE featuring the god Apollo and the winged horse Pegasus. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eThe little coin features the forepart of Pegasus flying right, with a small star symbol below used as a control mark that represented the specific mint or magristrate in Mysia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLampsacus\u003c\/strong\u003e was an ancient Greek city \u003cspan class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwih2KeMmKGXAxV5NEQIHRrHGdwQ3egRegoIAggACAEIExAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ecapable of issuing sophisticated gold and silver coinages during the Classical and Hellenistic periods, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003elocated on the eastern shore of the \u003cspan class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" id=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwih2KeMmKGXAxV5NEQIHRrHGdwQ3egRegoIAggACAEIExAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eHellespont\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[[\u0026quot;\/m\/027xm\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;0x14b1090c4b74eee5:0xfb033477bc035989\u0026quot;,[\u0026quot;\/m\/027xm\u0026quot;,26.301326699999997,40.0481634,\u0026quot;0x14b1090c4b74eee5:0xfb033477bc035989\u0026quot;],null,null,\u0026quot;about a Greek coin: MYSIA. Lampsacus. Ca. 4th-3rd centuries BC. AR diobol with apollo and pegasus\u0026quot;],\u0026quot;\u0026quot;,0,[null,null,null,1,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[291933,null,1,1],null,null,[{\u0026quot;205\u0026quot;:[null,\u0026quot;\/m\/027xm\u0026quot;],\u0026quot;3524\u0026quot;:[10]}]],null,0,null,null,\u0026quot;\u0026quot;,0,1,0]]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (the Dardanelles strait) in modern day \u003cspan class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" id=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwih2KeMmKGXAxV5NEQIHRrHGdwQ3egRegoIAggACAEIExAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTurkey.  The city was a noted center for the worship of \u003cstrong\u003ePriapus\u003c\/strong\u003e, but its silver fractional currency (like this one) frequently honored major \u003cstrong\u003eOlympian\u003c\/strong\u003e deities with mythical beasts like Pegasus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwih2KeMmKGXAxV5NEQIHRrHGdwQ3egRegoIAggACAEIExAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eThis small diobol\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e was a silver coin worth two obols. In ancient Greece (particularly Athens), a silver obol was worth one-sixth of a drachma and had the purchasing power to buy basic daily necessities or a modest meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eI set this cute little coin in 14k gold setting, hanging on a dainty 14k gold wheat chain.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eA perfect gift for teens or for adding with charms and bracelets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eNGC Certified Authentic: NGC 8243556-013 (VF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e10mm, Argentum (AR) Silver  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e14k Gold bezel setting with 0.9mm 14k gold wheat chain: 16\" inches long \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with certificate of authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced; hand fabricated by Cynthia L. Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\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(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eAR33\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50465472315649,"sku":"AR33","price":1218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7404.jpg?v=1791146433"},{"product_id":"diocletian-roman-bronze-coin-pendant-fine-silver","title":"Diocletian Roman Bronze Pendant in Sterling Silver (302 - 303 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 302 - 303 CE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Laureate head of Diocletian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Moneta standing left\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eA strong protrait of Emperor Diocletian - he was a tough soldier of humble origin from Dalmatia (the coastal region of Croatia), \u003cstrong\u003eDiocletian\u003c\/strong\u003e would rule for 20 years, ending the chaotic anarchy that had tormented the empire for five decades. Diocletian ended the Roman Empire's \"military anarchy,\" dividing rule into a the first \u003cstrong\u003efour-man system (Tetrarchy)\u003c\/strong\u003e for better control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eDiocletian himself ruled in the East, establishing his capital at Nicomedia (modern Izmit, Türkiye). To ensure a smooth succession, each emperor later appointed a junior colleague \u003cstrong\u003e(designated as Caesar) \u003c\/strong\u003ein the Tetrarchy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThe reverse shows \u003cstrong\u003eMoneta\u003c\/strong\u003e holding scales and a cornucopia symbolizing wealth and prosperity. The m\u003c\/span\u003earkings on the reverse (VI\/\/AQS) indicate the coin was struck at the Aquileia mint in the 2nd 'officina'.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eWhen looking close, you can see a bit of a light tan-colored \"\u003cstrong\u003edesert patina\u003c\/strong\u003e\" - desert patina is a highly desirable surface layer found on ancient bronze coins that were buried for centuries in arid, dusty climates.  It is a combination of natural oxidation and bonded environmental minerals.  Collectors revere this as a sign of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eI set this with a fine silver and a premium Argentium sterling bail with a robust wheat chain and spring clasp.  Fine silver and Argentium sterling are used because of its brighter white color and resistance to tarnishing.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eA handsome universal piece that can be worn alone or paired with more chains or leather!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e26mm (9.6g) Bronze Follis - ~1\" diameter with 1.5\" drop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e3mm sterling wheat chain with black patina - 20\" inches long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in suede pouch and gift box \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 style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced - a one-of-a-kind piece fabricated by Cynthia Green, one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\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 style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50465522778369,"sku":"AR50","price":1184.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7418.jpg?v=1791150487"},{"product_id":"greek-larissa-horse-coin-necklace-14k-gold","title":"Small Greek Larissa and Horse Coin Necklace (4th - 3rd c BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 4th - 3rd c BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Larissa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:  Grazing Horse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eA silver diobol from Thessaly minted around the 4th to 3rd c BCE featuring the \u003cstrong\u003enymph Larissa\u003c\/strong\u003e with a grazing horse on the reverse. Larissa was one of the most prominent poleis (city-states) in the region named after the local water nymph Larissa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThessaly\u003c\/strong\u003e was legendary throughout the ancient Greek world for its exceptional \u003cstrong\u003ehorses and cavalry\u003c\/strong\u003e. Horse imagery on coinage—like the grazing one shown on this coin, was a proud civic symbol of this equestrian culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eIn the mid-4th to early 3rd centuries BC, a silver obol was a piece of \"small change\" for everyday life. Because 6 obols made up 1 drachma (the standard daily wage for a skilled craftsman or soldier), an obol represented roughly a few hours of labor or a baseline allowance for daily survival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThis rare and ancient diobol was carefully bezel-set in 14k gold and hung on a dainty 14k gold wheat chain (included) which can be easily removed to add to with other charms and necklaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eNGC Certified Authentic: NGC 82433484-003\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e10mm, Argentum (AR) Silver  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e14k Gold bezel setting  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eComes with a 0.9mm 14k gold wheat chain: 16\" inches long \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch \/ gift box with certificate of authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced; hand fabricated by Cynthia L. Green one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\u003e\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eAR32\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50508944703745,"sku":"AR32","price":1218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7406.jpg?v=1791315045"},{"product_id":"indo-scythian-coin-pendant-silver-azes-athena","title":"Indo-Scythian Coin Pendant in Silver (20–46 CE)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca: 20 - 46 CE  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Azes on Horseback \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Athena\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThis Indo-Scythian billon tetradrachm is an ancient coin typically issued under the reign of ruler Aspavarma, king of Apraca in modern-day Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThe obverse featues Azes (or a king in military dress) holding a whip and riding a horse facing right, surrounded by a Greek legend (BAΣIΛEΩΣ BAΣIΛEΩN MEΓAΛOY AZOY).  The reverse includes Athena standing with a spear and shield, raising her hand in a blessing gesture, accompanied by Kharosthi inscription (Imtravarmaputrasa Aspavarmasa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThe Apraca rulers excelled at surviving and thriving amidst massive geopolitical shifts. They were not a fully independent empire, but rather an autonomous dynasty that ruled by forming tight military and political alliances with the dominant super-powers of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eInterestingly, the Apraca dynasty was famously and deeply devoted to \u003cstrong\u003eMahayana Buddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are heavily documented in archaeology not just by coins, but by highly detailed inscribed silver and stone Buddhist reliquaries found in the Bajaur area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eThe vallian coin is bezel-set with a fine silver and a premium Argentium sterling bail with a strong box chain and spring clasp.  Fine silver and Argentium sterling are used because of its brighter, white color and resistance to tarnishing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eA handsome universal piece that can be worn alone or paired with more chains or leather!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC Certified Authentic:  8567741-019 (Ch VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e21mm (9.6g) Bronze (BI) tetradrachm - ~3\/4\" diameter with 1.25\" drop\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e2.5 sterling box chain with black patina - 18\" inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eArrives in suede pouch and gift box \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot produced - a one-of-a-kind piece fabricated by Cynthia Green, one-at-a-time\u003c\/em\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #6b6969;\"\u003eAR49\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50517224030465,"sku":"AR49","price":858.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7419.jpg?v=1791764796"},{"product_id":"parion-medusa-silver-coin-pendant-14k-gold","title":"Greek Gorgon Coin Pendant in Gold (480 - 450 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse: Gorgoneion with protruding tongue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Standing bull with head turned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThis is a very early hemidrachm minted in ancient Greek city of Parion, Mysia in the 5th century BCE.   Here the gorgon, presumably \u003cstrong\u003eMedusa\u003c\/strong\u003e, is portrayed as a hideous monster \u003cem\u003esurrounded by serpents\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe reverse has a standing bull (flipped head to toe) with its head turned back accompanied by ethnic letters \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\"\u003eΠA\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (abbreviation for Parion).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe city of Parion was located on the coast of the \u003cstrong\u003ePropontis\u003c\/strong\u003e (Sea of Marmara) in modern-day Turkey. Parion was a key ancient Greek port and a major customs station for naval trade. The terrifying face of Medusa or a\u003cstrong\u003e Gorgon\u003c\/strong\u003e (gorgoneion) served as an apotropaic device—an amulet meant to \u003cstrong\u003eward off evil \u003c\/strong\u003espirits and protect the viewer or city. The bull commonly represented agricultural fertility, local river gods, or civic strength and economic prosperity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAuthentic Parion minted hemidrachm in extra fine (EF) condition. \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);\"\u003eArgentum (AR) silver coin \/ 14k gold bezel-setting and large ring bail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eApprox. 12 mm diameter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin pouch. gift box and polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAR19\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50517268234497,"sku":"AR19","price":1743.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7413.jpg?v=1791334337"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/collections\/DSC_6250_ff999f9f-0676-4f82-a9d5-0b03017f1735.jpg?v=1773022375","url":"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/collections\/ancient-coin-pendants.oembed","provider":"Ionia Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}