Description
This piece is issued with Certificate No. 30.
In Greek Mythology, the Three Graces are the daughters of Zeus, the ruler of the gods on Mount Olympus. Classical texts describe the daughters as having the ability to bestow certain qualities upon mortals, such as mirth (Euphroseyne) and elegance (Aglaia) alongside youth and beauty (Thalia). Inspired by the resurgence of interest in the classical world taking place around him. Wyon recast the daughters as figures representing England, Scotland and Ireland. Coming soon after the1801 Act of Union between Great Britain and Ireland. Coming soon after the 1801 Act of Union between Great Britain and Ireland, the design convers the equality of the nations.






