June 11, 2026
Description
🏛 Greek Tetradrachm Magnet (Heracles & Zeus)
Bring a piece of the ancient world to your home with this Greek Tetradrachm refrigerator magnet, featuring Heracles on the obverse and Zeus seated on his throne on the reverse. This model is based on a public-domain 3D scan provided by the Metropolitan Museum of Art and recreates the appearance of one of the most recognizable coins of the ancient Greek world.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, collectors, or anyone looking to add a unique historical artifact to their magnetic display surfaces.
✨ Features
Double-sided ancient Greek coin design
Based on a public-domain museum 3D scan
Features Heracles on the obverse and Zeus on the reverse
Great for refrigerators, lockers, whiteboards, and displays
Educational and decorative historical replica
🖨 Print Recommendations
PLA recommended
Print flat on the build plate
0.16–0.20mm layer height recommended
No supports required
Gold, bronze, copper, or stone-colored filaments work especially well for an authentic appearance.
🧲 Assembly
The included .3mf file is designed to accept:
Two 8mm × 3mm magnets
Install one magnet on each side to create a strong refrigerator magnet while preserving the coin's double-sided design.
📚 Historical Source
This model is derived from a public-domain 3D resource provided by the Metropolitan Museum of Art:
🏛 https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/326395
❤ From Egregious Designs
I enjoy recreating and sharing historical objects through 3D printing. This model is intended to make a fascinating piece of ancient history accessible to hobbyists, educators, and collectors alike.
Thank you for supporting independent creators and historical reproductions! ⚡🏛🦅
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial — Share Alike