Greek mythology
Golden Fleece
The fleece of the divine ram Chrysomallos, symbol of kingship and the ultimate prize of the Argonauts.
- Characters
- Jason · Aeetes · Medea · Colchian Dragon
- Myths
- Jason and Medea
The Golden Fleece came from the divine ram Chrysomallos, sent by the gods to carry the young prince Phrixus to safety in Colchis. Upon arriving, Phrixus sacrificed the ram and hung its fleece in the sacred grove of Ares, where it was guarded by a sleepless dragon. It became the symbol of kingship and divine favor, the prize that Jason and the Argonauts crossed the known world to claim.
Quick questions
What is Golden Fleece?
The fleece of the divine ram Chrysomallos, symbol of kingship and the ultimate prize of the Argonauts.
Which mythology does Golden Fleece belong to?
Golden Fleece belongs to Greek mythology.
Who guards Golden Fleece?
Aeetes and Colchian Dragon guard Golden Fleece.
Who goes looking for Golden Fleece?
In the myths, Jason goes looking for Golden Fleece.
Which myths feature Golden Fleece?
The myth that features Golden Fleece is “Jason and Medea”.
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