{"title":"Turquoise and Coin Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Turquoise and Coin collection pairs the vivid color of natural turquoise with the history of ancient coins. Beginning with rings and earrings, these designs bring gemstone beauty and ancient artistry together in jewelry with a distinctive sense of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gallienus-bronze-and-hubei-turquoise-ring","title":"Gallienus Bronze Denarii and Hubei Turquoise Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e(c 256 - 268 CE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eAn authentic ancient bronze coin of \u003cstrong\u003eGallienus\u003c\/strong\u003e takes center stage. His portrait, wearing a radiate crown marks the coin's value as two denarii. It is paired with a gem-grade Hubei \"Giraffe\" turquoise set in a premium sterling called Argentium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the coin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Publius Licinius Egnatius \u003cstrong\u003eGallienus\u003c\/strong\u003e was the son of the emperor Valerian I. Gallienus was quite successful against the German tribes for which his Arch of Triumph still stands today.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThe late 3rd Century was one of the most difficult periods in Rome’s long history during which these coins were minted to pay the legions. In 260 the Roman Empire was unraveling at both ends: in the East the emperor Valerian I (253 to 260) had been taken hostage by the Sasanians, and the West had succumbed to the revolt of a Roman governor in Germany. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eA great many coins were issued in the \u003cstrong\u003eRomano-Gallic Empire\u003c\/strong\u003e. Although gold and silver coins were struck, the billon double-denarii (antoniniani) like this are the most common remaining today.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThis ring was hand-crafted using beautiful Argentium sterling with a satin finish.  Argentium is preferred because of its bright white color and resistance to tarnishing (due to its lower copper content). Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThis cuff-style ring, with a wide, floral Argentium band is slightly adjustable with a gentle squeeze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 8 - 8.5 US\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eBronze denarius coin: 16 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e13.5 ctw Hubei turquoise: 22 mm half barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86); font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eNGC certified (#8558306-019)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\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);\"\u003eAR28\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50420612694273,"sku":"AR28","price":834.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7102.jpg?v=1790709062"},{"product_id":"roman-quadriga-coin-hubei-turquoise-ring","title":"Roman Quadriga Coin and Turquoise Ring","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e(c 337 CE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eAn authentic bronze coin depicting \u003cstrong\u003eConstantine the Great\u003c\/strong\u003e being flown up to heaven in a chariot pulled by four horses (Quadriga) with right hand of God coming down from heaven to receive him. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThis is significant in that this example is said to represent\u003cem\u003e the first depiction of the Christian God on a Roman coin.\u003c\/em\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eThis symbolic coin was paired with a high-grade Hubei turquoise set in a cuff style ring using premium Argentium sterling.  The silver band has a laurel leaf design and can be gently squeezed or widened up to 1 full size, for that perfect fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eArgentium silver is my favorite sterling because of its bright white color and resistance to tarnishing (due to a lower copper content). Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\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);\"\u003eUS Size:  6.5 - 7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eBronze coin: 14 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e6 ctw Hubei turquoise; Treasure Mountain mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(86, 86, 86);\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\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);\"\u003eAR26\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50463700484353,"sku":"AR26","price":753.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7099_1.jpg?v=1791068265"},{"product_id":"cloud-mountain-hubei-turquoise-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Cloud Mountain Hubei Turquoise and Celtic Coin Earrings","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eA pair of powder-blue spiderweb turquoise, bezel-set in fine silver with two ancient celtic coins  (1st c BCE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAn authentic set of silver quinarii set with beautiful hubei turquoise.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). Quinarian coins served as half-denarius and represented roughly\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eThe front image features bridled horses rearing to the left. The legend reads Q DOCI above, and SAM F (for Samulali filius - the moneyer).  On the other side, helmeted heads facing left of the Roman\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e goddess Roma.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDhAT\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QEw\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMinted by the \u003cstrong\u003eSequani tribe\u003c\/strong\u003e during the turbulent period of the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGallic Wars\u003c\/strong\u003e led by \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican iconography.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQ-7AUegoIAggACAEIDhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QAA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eI paired these with soft Clous Mountain turquoise, from Hubei where premium turquoise like these have been used by royal families for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eBezel-set with premium Argentium sterling for the bright white color and resistance to tarnishing. Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSigned and stamped with my honeybee maker's mark on the back with silicone backs for a snug and comfortable fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eTurquoise stones: 21mm x 15 mm oval \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e10 mm AR silver coins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eNGC certified (#86345886-003 \u0026amp; 004) VF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAR23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50517362606337,"sku":"AR23","price":1230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7491_1.jpg?v=1793929368"},{"product_id":"raindrop-hubei-turquoise-and-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Raindrop Turquoise and Celtic Coin Earrings","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eA pair of 'raindrop' turquoise bezel-set in fine silver with ancient celtic coins  (1st c BCE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAn authentic set of Roman quinarii paired with gem-grade hubei turquoise.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). These small silver \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ecoins served as half-denarius and represented\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eThe front image features helmeted heads of the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003egoddess Roma.\u003c\/strong\u003e  On the other side, bridled horses are galloping to the left.  The legend reads Q DOCI above, and SAM F (standing for Samulali filius for the moneyer).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDhAT\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QEw\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMinted by the \u003cstrong\u003eSequani tribe\u003c\/strong\u003e during the turbulent period of the \u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eGallic Wars\u003c\/span\u003e led by \u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing a fascinating blend of traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican iconography.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiwpJiZ7a2XAxUDM0QIHRImJdoQ-7AUegoIAggACAEIDhAA\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCA4QAA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #565656;\" class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eI paired these with unique \u003cstrong\u003eraindrop turquoise\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Hubei province where premium turquoise has been used by royal families for centuries.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eBezel-set with shiny Argentium sterling and fine silver for its bright white color and resistance to tarnishing. Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSigned and stamped with my honeybee maker's mark on the back; with posts and silicone backs for a snug and comfortable fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eTurquoise squares approx 16mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e10 mm AR silver coins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eNGC certified (#6345886-005 \u0026amp; 007) VF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #565656;\"\u003eAR22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50647832166657,"sku":"AR22","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7492_2.jpg?v=1793926598"},{"product_id":"sleeping-beauty-turquoise-ancient-celtic-coin-earrings","title":"Turquoise and Ancient Celtic Coin Earrings (1st c BCE)","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eA pair of ancient celtic coins with Sleeping Beauty turquoise gems bezel-set in fine silver.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eAn authentic set of silver quinarii paired with vibrant Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones.  These ancient Celtic coins were minted in central-eastern \u003cstrong\u003eGaul (around modern-day Besançon, France)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the mid-1st century (circa 57–50 BC). Quinarian coins served as half-denarius and represented roughly\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehalf a day's wages\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efor an ordinary unskilled laborer or a Roman legionary soldier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eThe front image features galloping horses with the head of Roma on the back.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eMinted by the Aedui tribe during the turbulent period of the \u003cstrong\u003eGaellic Wars (58 - 50 BCE) \u003c\/strong\u003e led by \u003cstrong\u003eJulius Caesar\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing a fascinating blend of traditional Celtic artistic abstraction and Roman republican coin iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eThe celtic Aedui were long time allies of Julius and lived between the Loire and Saone rivers in modern day France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eHandcrafted with fine silver and Argentium sterling.  Fine silver and Argentium sterling are best for the bright white color and resistance to tarnishing (due to lower copper content). Created in the UK, Argentium is considered premium, second only to white gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eApprox. 12mm diameter each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eOverall wire length 1.25\" inches (33mm long) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNGC certified (#6345886-352 \u0026amp; 460) Ch VF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eArrives in gift box with polishing cloth, ready for giving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eHand crafted one-at-a-time by Cynthia Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eSee my \u003ca style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\" href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #565656; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eAR56\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50962035409153,"sku":"AR56","price":427.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7616.jpg?v=1793056016"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/collections\/DSC_7102.jpg?v=1793229424","url":"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/collections\/turquoise-and-coin-jewelry.oembed","provider":"Ionia Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}