Akanthos Coin T-Shirt – Macedon, Ancient Greek Art 4th Century BC
Celebrate the powerful legacy of ancient Greek coinage with Akanthos Coin T-Shirt, inspired directly by the reverse of a silver tetradrachm struck in Akanthos, Macedon, circa 5th–4th century BC. The design features the distinctive quadripartite square with stippled quarters in relief, surrounded by the Greek inscription ΑΚΑΝΘΙΟΝ (AKANTHION)—the official ethnic name proudly identifying the ancient city of Akanthos.
This geometric reverse design represents one of the most iconic and recognizable features of early Greek coinage. The quadripartite incuse square was both a technical result of the minting process and a civic emblem, symbolizing the authority, identity, and economic power of Akanthos—an important coastal city in northern Greece known for its wealth, trade, and artistic coin production.
The original coin’s obverse famously depicts a lion attacking a bull, symbolizing strength and dominance, while the reverse inscription ΑΚΑΝΘΙΟΝ firmly establishes the coin’s origin. This shirt faithfully reproduces that historic reverse, transforming a rare ancient artifact into wearable classical art.
100% human-made design, - carefully crafted by hand, not by prompts or AI algorithms.
100% ring-spun cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
Usually, it takes 3–5 days to fulfill an order, after which it’s shipped out. The shipping time depends on your location, but can be estimated as follows:
● USA: 3–4 business days
● Europe: 6–8 business days
● Australia: 2–14 business days
● Japan: 4–8 business days
● International: 10–20 business days
More details
- 100% cotton
- 100% cotton
- Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
- Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester
- Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester
- Heavyweight fabric (5 oz)
- Regular fit
- Pre-shrunk jersey knit
EU GPSR Product Information:
- Manufacturer contact information
- Name: Ancient Aesthetics
- Email: contact@support.ancient-aesthetics.com
- Postal address: PO Box 5696 Santa Monica, CA 90405
- Additional information: This product is made for adults. Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde level requirements. 2 year warranty in EEA and UK, established by Directive 1999/44/EC.
Size & Fit
Quality Guarantee & Returns
- Quality is guaranteed. If there is a print error or visible quality issue, we'll replace or refund it.
- Because the products are made to order, we do not accept general returns or sizing-related returns.
Akanthos Coin T-Shirt – Macedon, Ancient Greek Art 4th Century BC Size Guide
| Size label | Length | Width | Sleeve length |
|---|---|---|---|
|
S
|
28
|
18
|
15.63
|
|
M
|
29
|
20
|
17
|
|
L
|
30
|
22
|
18 1/2
|
|
XL
|
31
|
24
|
20
|
|
2XL
|
32
|
26
|
21 1/2
|
|
3XL
|
33
|
28
|
22.8
|
|
4XL
|
34
|
30
|
24.2
|
|
5XL
|
35
|
32
|
25.3
|