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DESCRIPTION - Sterling Silver 925 - Pendant - Width : 32 mm - 1.25 inches - Height : 50 mm - 1.95 inches (includes hanger) - Marked 925 - Made in Greece ABOUT THIS ITEM in the mythology of ancient Greece, Athene, the Goddess of Wisdom, was so impressed by the great eyes & solemn appearance of the Owl that, having banished the mischievous crow, she honoured the night bird by making him her favourite among feathered creatures. Athene's bird was a Little Owl, (Athene noctua). This Owl was protected & inhabited the Acropolis in great numbers. It was believed that a magical "inner light" gave Owls night vision. As the symbol of Athene, the Owl was a protector, accompanying Greek armies to war, & providing ornamental inspiration for their daily lives. If an Owl flew over Greek Soldiers before a battle, they took it as a sign of victory. The Little Owl also kept a watchful eye on Athenians & commerce from the reverse side of their coins. ETSY STORE Home Page sterling Silver 925 Greek Goddess Athena's Owl Big Pendant, Griechischer Silber Anhanger Eule, Bijoux Grecque Chouette Hibou
