Greek Coin | Gorgon Drachm Artifacts This exceptional Roman ring

This exceptional Roman ring

Motifs such as the meander (Greek key)

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this type is studied for its refined iconography and for how late Republican moneyers used mythological imagery not simply for decoration

Greek Coin | Gorgon Drachm Artifacts This exceptional Roman ringHistory of the Artifact This silver drachm, minted in 480 BC in the ancient city of Parion (modern day Kemer in anakkale Province, Turkey), showcases the iconic "gorgoneion," the mask of a Gorgon. During the Hellenic period, Parion was a significant coastal city and bustling trading hub, strategically located with two harbors that connected it to maritime commerce. The gorgoneion on the coin is a depiction of the mythical Gorgon, a creature from Greek