Alexander the Great Tetradrachm- Heracles and Zeus pendant
150,00€
Inspired by an Ancient Macedonian Tetradrachm.
A two-sided pendant inspired by the silver tetradrachms issued in the name of Alexander the Great.
The observe depicts the young Herakles wearing the Nemean lion skin, while the reverse features Zeus enthroned, holding an eagle and sceptre.
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Sterling Silver 925 |
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In stock
Description
This pendant reproduces the distinctive imagery of an ancient Macedonian tetradrachm issued in the name of Alexander the Great.
On the obverse, the young Herakles is portrayed wearing the skin of the Nemean lion, a reference to the heroic ancestry claimed by the Macedfonian royal dynasty.
The reverse depicts Zeus seated on his throne, holding an eagle in his outstretched right hand and a sceptre in his left. The original coins also carried the Greek inscription ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, meaning “of Alexander”.
A carefully crafted jewel that preserves the character and historical detail of ancient Greek coinage.
Made in Greece.
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Handcrafted in Sterling silver 925 – 14.7 g & bronze – 2.8 g
Length: 45 cm
Weight: 17,5 g
Chain is included.
