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The Goddess Bracelet

Mystique of the Feminine Divine

 

     Seven goddesses of ancient Greece. Faces of serenity gazing across the centuries, looking to modern woman. Each a classic beauty: strong, powerful, confident. Each goddess affirming by her own individual personality, an aspect of woman's nature and the source of her power. The Goddess Bracelet is affirmation, support, and unity for the Divine Mystique expressed in feminine form.

 

History: Authentic 2,300 year-old ancient Greek coins were used as masters. Only the best coins available were chosen for these 14K yellow gold reproductions. Detail on the Hera coin is a little weak, all other coins are crisp and clear.

Hestia, Goddess of Home, Hearth, and Family

Back of Coin:  Hestia seated on stern of galley.

When Minted:  Third Century BC

Location:  Greek island of Eobia, northeast of Athens

Denomination and Original Weight:  Silver Tetrobol 2.43 grams

 

Artemis, Goddess of the Hunt

Back of Coin:  Fore part of stag kneeling, head turned back to palm tree on left. Bee to right of stag.

When Minted:  280-258 BC

Location:  Ionia Ephesus, western coast of Turkey under Greek domination.

Denomination and Original Weight:  Octobol 4.76 grams

 

   

Persephone, Daughter Goddess, Goddess of Spring

Back of Coin:  Corn, mouse on stalk.

When Minted:  350-330 BC

Location:  Metapontum, southern Italy under Greek domination.

Denomination and Original Weight:  Stater 7.55 grams   
 

 

Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Sensuality

Back of Coin:  Head and for leg of lion, open, protruding tongue, within incised square.

When Minted:  387-345 BC

Location:  Caria Cnidus, west coast of Turkey under Greek domination

Denomination and Original Weight:  Silver Tetradrachm 14.36 grams

 
   

Demeter, Mother Goddess

Back of Coin:  Ear of corn.

When Minted:  205-280 BC

Location:  Metapontum, southern Italy under Greek domination

Denomination and Original Weight:  Nomos 7.89 grams

  
 

 

 

Athena I, Goddess of Wisdom

Back of Coin:  Nike, winged Goddess of Victory, wearing long xchiton, holding wreath in outstretched right hand

When Minted:  336-323 BC

Location:  Abydos, northwest Turkey under Greek domination.

Denomination and Original Weight: Gold Stater 8.6 grams

 
   

Hera, Goddess of Weddings and Protector of Marriage

Back of Coin:  Eagle carrying snake in talons and beak.

When Minted:  340-294 BC

Location:  Greek island of Eobia, northeast of Athens 

Denomination and Original Weight:  Silver Drachm 3.40 grams.

 
   
   

     Goddess                                       Charm               Necklace with 18" wheat chain

Athena I.......................#X2240......$435.00...............#X2239.....$635.00

Aphrodite.....................#X2234......$585.00...............#X2233.....$785.00

Artemis....................... #X2228.....$435.00......... ......#X2227.....$635.00

Demeter......................#X2237......$535.00...............#X2236.....$735.00

Hera............................#X2243......$335.00................#X2242.....$535.00

Hestia..........................#X2225.....$335.00................#X2224.....$535.00

Persephone.................#X2231.....$585.00................#X2230.....$735.00

 

Knot of Hercules bracelet design (medium size)

A classic style that has endured the test of time, 14K yellow gold....#X2246.......$800.00

 

 

The Goddess Bracelet, (top bracelet shown above) 7 1/4 inches complete with seven coins

on the Knot of Hercules Bracelet.....................................................#X2248..........$3,995.00

 

 

This Goddess Jewelry Collection is available exclusively at Cross Jewelers

 

        

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