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ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULET NECKLACE, 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelry
ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULET NECKLACE, 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelry
ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULET NECKLACE, 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD - Picardi Jewelry

ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULET NECKLACE, 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD

A7438

$135.00 Sale

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christianity, aided by the Roman philosopher, Boethius in his 523 treatises, The Consolation of Philosophy. Its popularity grew with Christianity’s spread, represented in art, including Chaucer and Shakespeare, for two. Its popularity among the common folk who were most likely to be affected by misfortune resulted in widespread reliance on amulets representing the Wheel of Fortune. cathedral windows and literature. This amulet is over 1/2" diameter, made by the open face mold technique, with high relief representation of an six spoke wheel with domed hub, circles between the spokes and scalloped edge. It has been professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored. It is mounted on a Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.