The Honeybees of Artemis
This gold coin is a replica of sterling silver coin minted approximately 2220 years ago (202 - 150 BCE.) from Ionia, Ephesos in modern day Anatolia Turkey
Ephesos was a center of worship for the goddess Artemis. Bees were heavily associated with Artemis and her priestess were often called "honey bees"
Ε (‘epsilon’) and Φ (‘phi’), are an abbreviation for Ephesos
The palm tree on the reverse alludes to her birth under a palm tree on the island of Delos. The stag is a sacred animal to Artemis who is a protector of wild animals.
metal: 14k yellow gold
diameter: approx 18mm
This coin was molded from an ancient silver coin and is a solid 14k gold replica, does NOT include chain.
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