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Greek Bronze Ephesus Bee and Stag c 350-288 BC (119)

Sale price$1,895.00
Description

This ancient bronze coin has an image of a bee with outstretched wings.  The reverse side of the coin is an image of a kneeling stag.  

When you choose the bee as your talisman, you are embracing the power of collaboration. The bee is also known for its connection with the sweetness of honey, representing the abundance of life and the significance of enjoying the fruits of our hard work. It serves as a reminder that there is always beauty and sweetness to be found in life.

Size and Material

Size: 15.5mm

Hand-fabricated 18kt recycled gold mount.

18kt gold enhancer bail.

One-of-a-kind with a certificate of authenticity.

Chain not included; available separately.  See Chains

Story

350-288 BCE

Ephesus mint, Ionia

Ephesus  Ephesus is an ancient city in Turkey’s Central Aegean region, near modern-day Selçuk.  The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.  

Bee and Stag The stag and bee are sacred symbols of Artemis. one of the most widely venerated ancient Greek deities. She is the goddess of wild animals, the hunt, nature, chastity, and childbirth.

See the Bee Blog.

Description

This ancient bronze coin has an image of a bee with outstretched wings.  The reverse side of the coin is an image of a kneeling stag.  

When you choose the bee as your talisman, you are embracing the power of collaboration. The bee is also known for its connection with the sweetness of honey, representing the abundance of life and the significance of enjoying the fruits of our hard work. It serves as a reminder that there is always beauty and sweetness to be found in life.

Size and Material

Size: 15.5mm

Hand-fabricated 18kt recycled gold mount.

18kt gold enhancer bail.

One-of-a-kind with a certificate of authenticity.

Chain not included; available separately.  See Chains

Story

350-288 BCE

Ephesus mint, Ionia

Ephesus  Ephesus is an ancient city in Turkey’s Central Aegean region, near modern-day Selçuk.  The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.  

Bee and Stag The stag and bee are sacred symbols of Artemis. one of the most widely venerated ancient Greek deities. She is the goddess of wild animals, the hunt, nature, chastity, and childbirth.

See the Bee Blog.