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My New Griffin Buddy Is Immediately One Of My Favorites!!Teos AR HemidrachmDate: 4th cent. BC Diameter: 12.8 mm Weight: 1.3 grams Obverse: Griffin Reverse: Kantharos, magistrate name accross, lyre right  
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The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. As the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle was the king of the birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. Quote:
The griffin was also thought of as king of the creatures. Griffins are known for guarding treasure and priceless possessions. Quote:
Most statues have bird-like talons, although in some older illustrations griffins have a lion's forelimbs; they generally have a lion's hindquarters. Its eagle's head is conventionally given prominent ears; these are sometimes described as the lion's ears, but are often elongated (more like a horse's), and are sometimes feathered.  |
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A kantharos or cantharus is a type of Greek pottery used for drinking. It is characterized by its high swung handles which extend above the lip of the pot.  => how cool, eh? => very cool!! |
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Another great coin Steve--nice details on both sides!  |
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 Hi ... hey, thanks DVC!! |
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A "Drinking mug" and a "Griffin" ... does it get any more cool than that?  |
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Very nice Jerry.  |
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Small wonder it is one of your favorites... they don't come much better than that!
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Beautiful coin, love the Griffin.
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Thanks sel & echizento ... yah, I must admit that I think it's a total winner!!
=> love at first sight!!
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Very nice pickup stevex6! |
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Great looking coin! You sure do have a good eye for nice coins.
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My collection on Numista page: 7500 different coins and counting... https://en.numista.com/echanges/pro...hp?id=129798 |
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Posted 05/20/2012 8:18 pm
