{"product_id":"shield-of-athena-necklace","title":"The Collar of Athena","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Athena Coin Collar Necklace\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient Wisdom. Modern Power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA monumental celebration of Ancient Greece, the Athena Coin Collar brings one of antiquity’s most recognisable symbols into a bold piece of contemporary fine jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its centre sits an Ancient Greek-style silver tetradrachm depicting Athena, goddess of wisdom, courage, strategy and protector of the city of Athens. The coin is framed in rich 18ct yellow gold and surrounded by vivid emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, before flowing into a substantial articulated gold collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to feel as though an archaeological treasure has been transformed into modern high jewellery, the piece combines the strength of ancient Greek symbolism with the volume, colour and architectural goldwork of classic Mediterranean jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal: 18ct Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003eEstimated Gold Weight: Approx. 95–110g\u003cbr\u003eCentral Coin: Ancient Greek-style silver Athena tetradrachm, approx. 24–26mm\u003cbr\u003eEmeralds: Approx. 4.50ct total\u003cbr\u003eDiamonds: Approx. 1.20ct total\u003cbr\u003eDiamond Quality: Approx. F–G colour, VS clarity\u003cbr\u003eSetting: Bezel, pavé and architectural gold settings\u003cbr\u003eFinish: High-polish yellow gold with antique-finish silver coin\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Flexible articulated collar\u003cbr\u003eMade: Individually crafted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold and gemstone weights are approximate and may vary slightly between individually made pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Coin — Athena of Ancient Athens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design takes inspiration from the celebrated silver tetradrachms of Classical Athens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthenian tetradrachms of the 5th century BC depicted the head of Athena wearing her crested helmet, often decorated with olive leaves. The reverse traditionally carried Athena’s owl alongside an olive sprig and crescent. Surviving examples in the British Museum dating from approximately 450–406 BC weigh around 17 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthens had begun striking silver coins bearing Athena and her owl by the end of the 6th century BC. The large tetradrachm became an important high-value denomination and its remarkably consistent imagery continued through Classical Athens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese coins became so recognisable that they were known simply as “Owls.” Their trusted silver content helped make them one of the best-known coin types of the ancient world, travelling far beyond Athens through commerce and trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meaning of Athena\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthena was the patron goddess of Athens and represented wisdom, reason, craftsmanship and strategic warfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer helmet symbolises strength and protection. The owl became her emblem of wisdom and watchfulness, while the olive tree represented peace, prosperity and the city she protected. According to Greek mythology, Athena became patron of Athens after defeating Poseidon in a contest by gifting its people the olive tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symbols give the Athena Coin Collar a meaning beyond its materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWisdom to make the right decisions.\u003cbr\u003eCourage to defend them.\u003cbr\u003eStrength to lead.\u003cbr\u003eProsperity to build a legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Piece of History Reimagined\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Athena Coin Collar is designed around the philosophy that the coin remains the hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than disguising its ancient character, the setting celebrates it. Deep green emeralds reference prosperity and the Mediterranean landscape, while diamonds introduce light around the weathered silver tones of Athena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between ancient silver and highly polished 18ct gold deliberately brings two worlds together — Athens of antiquity and contemporary high jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is intended to feel powerful, substantial and unmistakably Greek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE ATHENA COIN COLLAR\u003cbr\u003eWear the wisdom. Carry the history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"the House of Ancients","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54949660262733,"sku":null,"price":67500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/0130\/5165\/files\/C312ED67-F365-44F1-B911-D3F743F8EF04.png?v=1791154265","url":"https:\/\/www.thehouseofancients.com\/products\/shield-of-athena-necklace","provider":"the House of Ancients","version":"1.0","type":"link"}