Ancient Greek Coin—looking for any info?

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Ancient Greek Coin—looking for any info?

#1 Unread post by Aygee47! »

Hi all,

Many years ago I was given this coin on the island of Crete as a gift. I had the setting and necklace made as you can see, and the only thing it has been dipped in is the Mediterranean :lol:

Would anyone on this channel have any idea about what this coin is and/or where to go for more info on it?

Thanks ahead of time for any thoughts and ideas.

-Aygee
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#2 Unread post by Earle42 »

The picture make me think this is a replica Greek coin used for making jewelry.

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#3 Unread post by Aygee47! »

Found this article "Ancient Coins – Alexander the Great Tetradrachms and Herakles’ Slaying of the Nemean Lion," and at least has the closest picture and description of what I think my Greek coin is (supposed) to be. Here's the link from Coinweek: https://coinweek.com/ancient-coins/alex ... mean-lion/ The hunt for info continues!

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#4 Unread post by Paul »

I think you got it…

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#5 Unread post by JTCC »

I think you got it as well....
now the question is authenticity.
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