The mouflon (Ovis aries orientalis group) is a subspecies group of the wild sheep Ovis aries. Populations of Ovis aries can be partitioned into the mouflons (orientalis group) & urials or arkars (vignei group). The mouflon is thought to be one of the two ancestors for all modern domestic sheep breeds. Mouflon were introduced to the islands of Corsica, Sardinia, Rhodes & Cyprus during the Neolithic period, perhaps as feral domesticated animals, where they have naturalized in the mountainous interiors of these islands over the past few thousand years. On Cyprus the mouflon, or agrino as the are called locally, became a different & endemic species only found there, the Cyprus mouflon (Ovis orientalis ophion). The Cyprus mouflon population contains only about 3000 animals found in restricted areas of the Paphos & Troodos mountains. The Cypriot mouflon, by its uniqueness, rarity & grace, has been selected as a symbol of Cyprus. The vintage 100-mils coin is authentic, circulated currency; minted between 1963-1982, since demonetized. The coin is in gently-used condition with light evidence of age & travel. It is made of a copper-nickel alloy, soft silver-tone in color & 28.45mm in diameter (about the size of a US half-dollar). » These are my ‘stock photos’. The actual coin you will receive is of the same design & condition; though, possibly a varied vintage year. The rough-faceted bead is natural rock crystal. The small beads are natural hematite. The pendant is 2-1/2 inches in length. The rolo chain is made of stainless steel with a gold-tone finish. It is 30 inches in length. > Feel free to ask any questions - even the “silly” ones! I am here to help you. Every Treasure is Gift-Ready including a printed copy of the ‘story’ (no cost reflected), a polishing cloth (to use if desired) all wrapped up in colorful tissue paper. Cyprus, Vintage Coin Necklace Wild Cypriot Aries - Mouflon Agrino Sheep Mountain Endangered Species
