{"product_id":"greek-coin-earrings-with-blue-diamonds-267-146-bce","title":"Greek Coin Earrings with Blue Diamonds (267 - 146 BCE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:  Histiaia the nymph\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse: Histiaia on the stern of a galley \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eTwo ancient \"tetra-obols\" from Euboea featuring the head of the nymph Histiaia on the obverse, and the same nymph seated on the stern of a galley on the reverse.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAncient Euboea was located in the \u003cstrong\u003eAegean Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e, directly off the eastern coast of mainland Greece. It is the second-largest Greek island after Crete and is known today as Evia (or Évvoia).  The island of Euboea grew into a major economic and commercial hub, reflected by the massive output of these silver fractions. Commonly referred to as tetrobols (equal to 4 obols or 2\/3 of a drachma), and could buy everyday goods like several litres of wine or multiple loaves of bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese tetraobols were minted extensively during the Hellenistic period, particularly from the 3rd to 2nd centuries BCE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThese earrings are paired with natural, teal-blue diamonds and feature the nymph and boat on front.  Bezel-st in 14k gold with an easy to use wire that allows the charm to dangle gently when worn.  The little coins are lightweight and comfortable for every-day wear.  Certain to be a conversation piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eApprox. 12mm diameter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eOverall wire length 1.25\" inches (33mm long)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e2mm natural blue diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in satin bag with polishing cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eEach coin was hand minted thousands of years ago, one at a time, resulting in interesting asymmetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee my \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/pages\/ancient-coin-jewelry-guide\" title=\"Ancient Coin Jewelry Guide\"\u003eAncient Coin Jewelry Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about ancient coins!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eAR35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50401186676993,"sku":"AR35","price":1431.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_7427.jpg?v=1791152550","url":"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/products\/greek-coin-earrings-with-blue-diamonds-267-146-bce","provider":"Ionia Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}