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1228 Syracuse Arethousa/Artemis/Persephone Coin Pendant with Greek Key Pattern / Meander (M)
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| Article group | Pendants |
| Gender | For Him or Her |
| Depiction | Arethousa/Persephone/Artemis |
| Historic Period | Era: Classical |
| Material | Solid Sterling Silver |
| Diameter (excluding bails) | 25 mm (63⁄64in) |
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Syracuse Arethousa/Artemis/Persephone Coin Pendant with Greek Key Pattern / Meander, Medium Size
c.405-390 BC. Syracuse.
The nymph Arethusa is sometimes identified with Artemis, and also with Persephone the Spring goddess. Her image on coins is usually accompanied by dolphins, which were common in the sea around Ortygia in classical times.
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