{"product_id":"ancient-greek-gorgon-anchor-symbols-of-protection-hope-silver-drachm-400-bc-14k-gold-pendant-artifact-4126","title":"Ancient Greek Gorgon \u0026 Anchor Symbols of Protection \u0026 Hope Silver Drachm 400 BC 14K Gold Pendant | Artifact #4126","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe ancient symbol of protection, unites with the symbol of power, hope and triumph over adversity: the Rare Gorgon \u0026amp; Anchor Ancient Greek Silver Drachm - now in an heirloom pendant\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003ePlease Note: \u003cstrong\u003eThis is an authentic Ancient Greek Treasure Coin\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003eSEE COIN DETAILS BELOW FOR PENDANT SIZE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Ancient Greek world developed, colonists traveled far and wide, establishing settlements that would sometimes become powerful city states; what the Greeks called a Polis. One such Polis is the ancient Apollonia Pontika, an ancient Bronze Age settlement that became, with the arrival of the Greeks, one of the most powerful trade and naval ports of the ancient world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSituated on the West coast of the Black Sea, in what is now Bulgaria, the Apollonians began minting coins in the 6th Century BC. One such coin is the Gorgon and Anchor silver Drachm... uniting the powerful symbols of protection and strength. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gorgon - or Medusa - one of the three sisters whose head of venomous snakes was said to lend protection to any who displayed the symbol, takes center stage on this top-quality drachm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the anchor, power symbol of the ancient world, appears on the reverse. it is easy to understand why a Polis that owed its prosperity to the sea embraced this symbol - and continues to do so to this day. The modern town of Sozopol built on the remains of Apollonia still features the Anchor in its coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Ancient Greek Gorgon and Anchor Drachm Pendant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenomination: Drachm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: 450 - 300 BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMint: Apollonia Pontika, Thrace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObverse (Front): The Gorgon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse (Back): The Anchor with a Crawfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBezel Metal: 14K Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArticulating Nautical Shackle Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to 6.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant size including bezel: 5\/8” Across, 1 1\/8” Tall - the Width of a US Dime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #960303;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApril's Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e These Ancient Greek city-state coins are wonderfully thick and deeply struck, and this Drachm is no exception. It is a true joy to see Medusa's halo of venomous snakes - with open fanged mouths - in this top grade Drachm. A true treasure of the ancient world!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #960303;\"\u003ePerhaps best of all, both sides of this Drachm are detailed and clear, including a full, upright anchor - perfect for wear with either side facing out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Gorgon - the Medusa of Legend... and Modern Hollywood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Gorgon is Medusa… more correctly, the Gorgons are three mythical sisters who had hair made of live, venomous snakes. And yes, much like they are depicted in Hollywood movies, it was said that if any dared look upon a Gorgon, they would turn to stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut like many a frightening god or demigod in the Ancient Greek pantheon, people did not shy away from using them as a powerful symbol… of and for protection. By placing the Gorgon in a prominent place on a building or object, you could summon the protection of the gods and ward off evil spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIn fact, Alexander the Great himself had an image of the Gorgon emblazoned on his battle breastplate. Given his military track record… it seems to have worked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Anchor - a Power Symbol then and Now...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn ancient times the Anchor, a symbol of maritime might, was often pictured upright – with the crown and two arms at the top, and what we know call the head at the bottom. The Anchor, beyond signifying naval prowess, was a power symbol of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the rise of Christianly, the regal anchor took on powerful new symbolic meaning. Viewed as a modified Cross, early Christians revered the anchor as a symbol of faith and hope. Today, along with the Cross of Faith, and Heart of Charity, the Anchor of Hope is still as loved now as in times past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anchor is also known as the “Sailor’s Cross” and is often worn by sailors and those who love the sea as a constant reminder to hold fast and have hope, even in the most difficult of times. 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