Greek Bronze Hippocamp and Athena, Syracuse 405-367 BC (030)
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Description
This ancient bronze coin features a Hippocampus with elegant forward-swept wings.
On the other side, Athena, goddess of wisdom and war, wears a Corinthian helmet.
Size and Material
Size: 19mm
Hand fabricated in 18kt recycled gold.
18kt gold enhancer bail.
One of a kind with a certificate of authenticity.
Chain not included; available separately. See Chains
Story
Dated: 405-367 BC
Syracuse, Sicily
Hippocamp: Hippos (horse) + kampos (sea monster). Poseidon often drives a chariot drawn by hippocampi.
The hippocampus is viewed as a benevolent and spiritual creature. As a mythical creature, it is strongly associated with creativity, imagination, agility, and strength. Sailors regarded the hippocampus as a good omen because it could control the waves and the weather.
Athena: Athena was Zeus's favorite daughter. She symbolizes wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness.
This ancient bronze coin features a Hippocampus with elegant forward-swept wings.
On the other side, Athena, goddess of wisdom and war, wears a Corinthian helmet.
Size and Material
Size: 19mm
Hand fabricated in 18kt recycled gold.
18kt gold enhancer bail.
One of a kind with a certificate of authenticity.
Chain not included; available separately. See Chains
Story
Dated: 405-367 BC
Syracuse, Sicily
Hippocamp: Hippos (horse) + kampos (sea monster). Poseidon often drives a chariot drawn by hippocampi.
The hippocampus is viewed as a benevolent and spiritual creature. As a mythical creature, it is strongly associated with creativity, imagination, agility, and strength. Sailors regarded the hippocampus as a good omen because it could control the waves and the weather.
Athena: Athena was Zeus's favorite daughter. She symbolizes wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness.
This ancient bronze coin features a Hippocampus with elegant forward-swept wings.
On the other side, Athena, goddess of wisdom and war, wears a Corinthian helmet.
Size and Material
Size: 19mm
Hand fabricated in 18kt recycled gold.
18kt gold enhancer bail.
One of a kind with a certificate of authenticity.
Chain not included; available separately. See Chains
Story
Dated: 405-367 BC
Syracuse, Sicily
Hippocamp: Hippos (horse) + kampos (sea monster). Poseidon often drives a chariot drawn by hippocampi.
The hippocampus is viewed as a benevolent and spiritual creature. As a mythical creature, it is strongly associated with creativity, imagination, agility, and strength. Sailors regarded the hippocampus as a good omen because it could control the waves and the weather.
Athena: Athena was Zeus's favorite daughter. She symbolizes wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness.