as well as temples, the gorgon image can be found on dress, dishes, weapons, and coins across the mediterranean region from etruria to the black sea coast. the gorgon coins were made in 37 cities, making her image on coins second only to some of the main greek gods. on mosaic floors, the gorgoneion was usually near the door, as if guarding it. on attic kilns, a gorgoneion over the kiln door protected from accidents.