Cupid (Eros) threw a golden arrow at Apollo, who fell passionately in love with the nymph Daphne, but then launched a leaden arrow at Daphne so she would be rejected by him, according to one account from Greek mythology, which was subsequently repeated by Roman authors. According to another version of the story, Apollo actually killed the person he loved most in order to preserve his own life. Cupid's aim was to cause pain and suffering where love is felt, which explains why he shot at objects that he knew would hurt someone if they reached them. However, he also gave people the chance to escape their feelings, which shows that he wanted to bring about happiness too. Indeed, it was because of Cupid that many happy endings have been written into stories around the world. In art, Cupid is often shown with a bow and an arrow, aiming it at someone believed to be undeserving of love. The image has appeared on coins, medals, stamps, and paper money throughout history. It is also used as a symbol for different organizations from around the world. Cupid's popularity as a character is demonstrated by the fact that there are various myths and legends surrounding him. Some say he is the son of Venus and Mars, others that he is the child of Jupiter and Juno, while some claim he was born from an egg instead.