{"product_id":"lion-coin-with-peridot-210-185-bce","title":"Islands of Ionia - Samos Lion Coin 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);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem; color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eSet with 14k gold and three, 2mm Peridot gemstones (birthstone for Leo\/August)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eA remarkable example of ancient coinage from the \u003cstrong\u003eGreek city-state of Samos\u003c\/strong\u003e which was located on the Aegean coast. In ancient Greek iconography, lions 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 Samos, a city-state that prided itself on its independence and\u003cstrong\u003e military prowess\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eThe bull on 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. The bull was 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 were a widely used silver coin in many Greek cities and the Samos Ionia example 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\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eArrives in a satin pouch and gift box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eFree domestic shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 105, 105);\"\u003eChain not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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","brand":"Ionia Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48501631484161,"sku":null,"price":1989.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7918\/7457\/files\/DSC_6856_copy.jpg?v=1779243507","url":"https:\/\/ioniajewelry.com\/products\/lion-coin-with-peridot-210-185-bce","provider":"Ionia Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}