This ancient Coin Medallion features a real antique Roman bronze coin of Empress HELENA- the mother of Constantine I, the Great- It is approximately 1700 years old!
Helena ranks as an important figure in the history of Christianity and of the world due to her influence on her son. In her final years, she made a religious tour of Syria and Jerusalem, during which ancient tradition claims that she discovered the True Cross.
♦ Good quality coin with some visible details and a VERY DARK patina.
👉 Please note that photos are taken under bright light, so the coin looks slightly lighter than in regular daylight.
♦Including a certificate of Authenticity from an authorized antiquities dealer!♦
♦ The coin features Flavia Julia Helena AD c. 246/248 – c. 330), or Saint Helena, who was the mother of Roman emperor Constantine the Great. She was born outside of the noble classes, a Greek, possibly in the Greek city of Drepana, Bithynia in Asia Minor.
Reverse shows Securitas standing left, holding branch. In Roman mythology, Securitas was the goddess of security and stability (details on this side of the coin are not clear).
📌 DETAILS
The coin is set in a newly designed elegant bezel, decorated around in antique style dotted pattern, made of 925 Sterling silver, with an elegant bale.
♦ Pendant Diameter- about 0.9" (23 mm), about 4 mm thick.
♦ You can purchase this pendant with or without a chain. We offer a 16", 18", 20" or 22" silver box chain
👉🏼 NOTE
Please also know that although every effort is made to photograph our work accurately, color may differ slightly from photos due to different monitor settings. Please contact us with any questions about the color or size of any item before purchasing.
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