This delicate charm necklace features a genuine Ancient Roman Dionysus coin from around 98-117 A.D. set in a 14k gold pronged setting.
DIONYSUS - The ancient Greek god of the wine harvest, and thereby wine and revelry as well as theatre. Performance and art were foundations of the Cult of Dionysus; and his followers are accredited with the birth of organized theatre.
CISTA MYSTICA - a sacred casket (invented in Ancient Egypt); which the Cult of Dionysus used to house the snakes that were used in their initiation ceremony. The serpent was believed to represent the god himself.
* Very Fine Genuine Dionysus Coin - Sardes, Lydia mint
* Front: Bust of Dionysus wearing Laurel Wreath
* Back: Thrysos Centered
* Pendant Drop: 30.45mm/1.2 inches
* Pendant Width: 20.14mm/0.79 inches
* Pendant Only or with 14k Gold Wheat Chain 0.8mm Thickness; Adjustable to 16,17, and 18 inches
** PLEASE NOTE: This is the exact coin you will receive! As all of these ancient coins were made by hand (and have aged thousands of years), they all have unique shapes and printings; and are therefore one of a kind. I have included a link to the rest of our ancient coin necklaces below!
***ALSO NOTE: Necklace comes with a certificate of authenticity.
