Ancient Greek Gorgoneion Coin Ring phonograph Caterpillars and Grasshoppers

Caterpillars and Grasshoppers

the grouping of birds stand out around the stone wall in the foreground and blend into the darkened trees in the distance

cast bronze hawk feet

5" by 5" asymmetrical base

Evan combines Copper

Ancient Greek Gorgoneion Coin Ring phonograph Caterpillars and GrasshoppersAbout the Piece Authentic ancient greek coin depicting the head of the Gorgon set in 18k gold and mounted on a sterling silver band. Size 7 Issuer: Selge, Pisidia Date: circa 350 300 BC. Denomination: Silver Obol The Gorgon face (Gorgoneion) on ancient coins served as an apotropaic symbola powerful, ancient amulet meant to ward off evil, protect the coin's owner from harm, and strike fear into enemies. Because the Gorgon's gaze was notoriously