Ancient greek coin from Rhodes set in 24k Yellow Gold. Obverse: Head of Rhodos. Reverse: Rose Flower. Reversible center with swivel mechanism. By Valerie Fairchild.
Provenance: Matilla Estate
Size 7x
While Rhodian coins were known for displaying the magnificent head of Helios, some of them showed the head of Rhodos; additionally, the rose (Greek Rhodon) became the island's symbol. During the Hellenistic period, she was worshipped in Rhodes as the island's tutelary goddess.
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SKU: 121938
$3,200.00Price
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