Because she was the Goddess of Victory. :)
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Athena is the goddess of wisdom and war; defender of cities.
Athena or Minerva is generally shown with golden armor and a spear. The armor is considered impenetrable and the spear is the symbol of her warlike powers.
Athena only have a spear and she do not have a sword
a spear and a sheild
Athena carried a spear, shield, and an owl.