On this coin, Athena is on the obverse, wearing a Corinthian helmet which is decorated with a coiled serpent, representing the Athenian chthonic deity Erichthonios.On the reverse, winged standing Nike holds a wreath. Next to her, in Greek capitals, is ALEXANDROU, translated as (this is a coin) 'of Alexander'.Early in his reign, Alexander embarked on a monetary reform, with the aim of making Macedonian more competitive and 'international'.
Athena and Nike coin pendant
dimensions
Diameter: 2.3cmabout this collection of jewellery
It has been a privilege to work with the Vaphiadis family since 2007. They are one of the best manufacturers of sterling silver jewellery in Greece.
The collection is inspired by ancient Greek silver and gold coins, the art and jewellery of the Minoan civilisation, familiar symbolic motifs and images, and the animals that played a significant part in ancient Greek culture.