10"
 
Cold cast Bronze
 
Athena, also known as Athene and the Ever Powerful, was born in full battle-gear from Zeus’ mind. She quickly became Zeus’ favorite child. What is Athena a goddess of? She is first and foremost a goddess of war and wisdom. Her origins may be older than ancient Greece…she could be from ancient Libya in which she was a snake goddess. In Greek mythology, Athena is a protector of her people but is easily enraged and prone to jealousy. Make her your matron goddess above the others, and she will reward your loyalty.
If you plan to work with Athena, know that she appreciates loyalty and heroism and despises Aphrodite and Ares. It’s best to keep these deities away from Athena. Some believe Athena was originally an ancient fertility goddess, as her earliest symbols include owls and snakes. Both powerful sacred animals associated with fertility and mother earth goddesses.