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Athena Minerva Greek Roman Goddess of Wisdom - Owl - Tetradrachm 431-413 BC - Meander Design - Coin Pendant - 925 Sterling Silver

Athena Minerva Greek Roman Goddess of Wisdom - Owl - Tetradrachm 431-413 BC - Meander Design - Coin Pendant - 925 Sterling Silver

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In Greek religion and mythology, Athena or Athene also referred to as Pallas Athena/Athene is the goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, just warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill. She was also the protectress of women and female crafts. She was born, fully-armed, from the head of her father Zeus and is usually depicted in full armour. The owl was the symbol of Athena goddess of wisdom and intelligence and was frequently depicted in the art and coinage of ancient Athens.
Athena Tetradrachm originally minted 431-413 BC and depicting the wise owl. The inscription reads ΑΘΕ, a monogram attributed to the goddess Athena, the virgin goddess of wisdom, who was also the protectress of the city of Athens. Head of Athena right, wearing round earring and crested Attic helmet ornamented with three olive leaves above visor and spiral palmette on bowl. Almond shaped almond eye as in archaic depictions of the goddess.
It was made in Greece, diameter size is 15mm and weighs approximately 3.5 g

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