Bactria, Zoilos II Pendant with Diamond (65 - 36 BCE)

Circa: 65-35 B.C.E.

Obverse: Draped bust of Zoilos II - Bactria

Reverse: Athena holding aegis shield with thunderbolt in right

Zoilos II was an Indo-Greek king who ruled in eastern Punjab and reigned c. 55–35 BCE.  He may have been the Bactrian ally of Marcus Antonius (Marc Antony) and Cleopatra VII 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 fighting Pallas Athene.  

Athena symbolizes wisdom, strategic warfare, and civic authority. Recognized by her Corinthian helmet and Aegis, she represents both the intellectual side of war and the power of the state. 

It hangs on a versatile, 14k gold and diamond carabiner clasp that allows additional charms to be added or clipped to wear on any chain.

• 15mm, Argentum (AR) Silver Drachm  / 14k Gold setting
• 2mm Natural White Diamond with Diamond carabiner bail clasp
• Arrives in satin pouch / gift box with certificate of authenticity
• Chain not included

Not produced - hand crafted by Cynthia Green one-at-a-time

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