A griffin is a legendary creature that has the body, tail and hind legs of a lion, as well as the head and wings of an eagle, sometimes with its front claws as the claws of an eagle.

It is a mysterious creature derived from ancient myths and legends, combining the body of a lion with the head, wings, and front paws of an eagle. It is usually depicted as possessing the strong body of a lion and the sharp gaze of an eagle, a combination of strength and wisdom. In ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the griffin was a symbol of wealth and power, often carved on temples and coins as the incarnation of a guardian deity. It is considered a creature that guards treasures and treasures, and also symbolizes the divine guardian. It was also very popular in medieval heraldry, often used by nobles and knights as part of their family crest to showcase their nobility and bravery.

It is a silver artwork from the Sogdiana region, belonging to the Hephaetalite period, made around the 6th to 7th century. It showcases exquisite craftsmanship and unique aesthetic style. Winged lion is a creature in ancient mythology, often depicted with an eagle head and lion body, symbolizing strength and majesty. Collected at the Cleveland Museum of Art. This silver plate is not only a work of art, but also a witness to the exchange of ancient culture and art.

The 'Plate with Winged Griffin' is a cultural relic located at the Crancliff Art Museum, made of silver and measuring 4 x 32 centimeters (1 9/16 x 12 5/8 inches) in diameter. This work was made during the Hephtalite period (6th to 7th centuries) in the Soghdia region, around 500-600 AD. This work depicts a winged griffin, a mythical creature often depicted as a mixture of lion and eagle, symbolizing strength and nobility.