Silver Roman Gods Seven Day Abalone Cameo Bracelet

Jewelry : Vintage : Signed

 

Each of the rectangles represent a day of the week and has marcasites framing each one. The colors and quality is stunning. Each section has a pale silvery gray background with the pictures carved from the golden top layer. Originally, the Romans named the days of the week after their gods, with the first two days of the week being the sun and the moon, and the next five being five of their principle gods. Sunday was devoted to the sun, and Monday to the moon. Tuesday belonged to Mars, the god of War, and Wednesday belonged to Mercury, the messenger god. Jupiter (Jove) was the king of the gods, and he got Thursday, then came Venus, goddess of love, on Friday, and the week ended with Saturn, Jupiter’s father, on Saturday (Saturn’s Day). The bracelet measures 7" by 5/8" and has a push in clasp with a push over lock for safety. Marked 800 on the clasp. Excellent condition.

Item ID: SB00323