Obverse: Helmeted Head of Athena
Reverse: Grape Cluster
Date: c. 410-375 B.C.
Bezel: 14k Gold
Weight: 1.83 grams
Diameter: 12 mm / .47 inches
Description
This item is an authentic Greek coin, placed in a handmade bezel of 14k gold. There is only 1 of this item; you will receive the exact pendant shown in the photos.
Chain necklaces can be purchased separately through this link.
History of the Artifact
This coin was struck in the Cilician city of Soli during the early fourth century BC, a period when the region sat at the intersection of Greek civic culture and broader eastern Mediterranean trade. The obverse features Athena, shown with a calm, authoritative expression that emphasizes intellect and protection rather than aggression. Her presence reflects the city’s alignment with pan-Hellenic religious imagery while also signaling civic order and stability at a time when Cilicia experienced shifting political influences.
The reverse displays a cluster of grapes, a motif closely tied to fertility, prosperity, and the agricultural wealth of the surrounding countryside. Rather than serving as a literal reference, the image functions as a civic emblem, linking the city’s economy to natural abundance and renewal. In the modern era, coins of this type are studied for how they combine widely recognized Greek iconography with distinctly local symbolism, and they are regularly encountered in scholarly references, established private collections, and the professional numismatic market through auctions and reputable dealers.
Authenticity
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Your order will include:
- Greek bee Pendant shown in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
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