
Athena + Owl Ancient Coin Pendant
Product Details: Framed in 14kt yellow gold swivel frame Certified ancient silver coin (certificate of authenticity included with purchase) Chain not included Coin Details: Early Helenistic- 450 BC Minted in Ancient Attica-Greek Empire Denomination: Silver Tetradrachm Obverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive spray and crescent to the left, monogram to lower right; all within incuse square. Reverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; retrograde Sabaean on cheek. Fun Facts: Athena, the goddess of both wisdom and war, was the patron goddess of Athens. Heads or Tails? We often say that everything we do every day has a history. Did you know when you grab a coin for a coin flip and shout "Head or Tails" you are referencing the Athenian Owl? It is this coin that started the tradition-with the "Head" of Athena, and the "Tail" of the Owl. A Presidential Pocket Piece: U.S President Theodore Roosevelt kept an Athenian Owl in his pocket for luck and protection.