Ancient Greek Janiform Coin Ring

About the Piece Authentic ancient greek coin depicting female Janiform head set in 18k gold and mounted on a sterling silver band. Size 8.25 Issuer: MYSIA. Lampsakos Date: 4th-3rd century BC) Denomination: Silver Diobol (11.1mm 1.05g) Janiform female head, with circular earring The "janiform" ancient coin features two faces or heads placed back-to-back, sharing a single neck or base. The term is derived from Janus, the two-faced Roman god of beginnings, transitions, and time. In ancient Greece, the city of Lampsakos was famous for producing beautifully detailed gold and silver staters and diobols, frequently featuring janiform female heads (often representing deities like Hera or various nymphs).This design served primarily as a way to easily distinguish a coin's denomination in a time before sophisticated coin grading and distinct, standardized sizing. The unusual layout also allowed the issuing authorities to honor multiple deities, heroes, or mythological figures in a very compact space You can feel confident that this coin is of ancient origin as it has been inspected and authenticated by a professional Numismatic who specializes in ancient coinage. A certificate is provided with this piece which states the information regarding its origin.