Handmade in Rome.

DEPICTED ON THE COIN

Obverse: Forepart of lion right, head reverted

Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square with alternating raised and sunken quarters, pellet and wreath in opposite sunken quarters

Measurements: Coin Ø 14mm

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Obverse: Griffin seated right, left paw raised

Reverse: THI / [ΔIO]YXHΣ, ethnic above, and magistrate’s name vertically downwards to right of Chelys (lyre)

Measurements: Coin Ø 10mm · Length 20cm

Bracelet can be fastened at 17cm and 18cm lengths.

HISTORY

The Griffin is a legendary creature with the head and wings of an eagle, and the body of a lion. As the eagle was considered the ‘king of the birds’, and the lion the ‘king of the beasts’, the griffin was perceived as a powerful and majestic creature. During the Persian Empire, the griffin was seen as a protector from evil, witchcraft and slander. 

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*This piece is provided with a certificate of authenticity.