MOTTO: ELPIS (Necklace)
$1,300.00 USD
MOTTO series are handcrafted from the cast of an 1800s desk wax seal intaglio, each piece contains impressions and mottos with French, Italian, or Latin sentiments.
ABOUT
The image on this piece is Pandora opening the fabled box surrounded by the Latin inscription:
The image on this piece is Pandora opening the fabled box surrounded by the Latin inscription:
"Nocuit Secreta Vidisse"
(Tis dangerous to pry into secrets.)
(Tis dangerous to pry into secrets.)
ELPIS name comes from the story of "Pandora's Box" - Elpis was the personified spirit (daimona) of hope. She and the other daimones were trapped in a jar by Zeus and entrusted to the care of the first woman Pandora.
The story goes, Zeus had given the box to Pandora as a gift on her wedding day and told her to never open it. Curiosity got the best of her one day and she opened the box releasing Greed, Malice, Despair, Disease, Old Age, Hatred, Violence, Cruelty and War into the world. She slammed the lid down keeping only the spirit of Hope in the box. This piece is reminder that even when things seem really bad, the only thing we have left is hope.....Hope Conquers All.
MATERIAL
18K yellow gold
Satin finish - The piece will give you shiny polish over time with your natural oil.
NECKLACE LENGTH
18K yellow gold
Satin finish - The piece will give you shiny polish over time with your natural oil.
NECKLACE LENGTH
18 inches
STONE
Set with a 1mm White Diamond at her box.
Set with a 1mm White Diamond at her box.
DIMENSIONS
Height - ~11.5mm
Width - ~9mm
Height - ~11.5mm
Width - ~9mm
Your piece will be made upon order. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks before shipping to you.
Made in Los Angeles, California.
METAL
Use a soft cloth to gently wipe clean, then remove any remaining impurities with mild diluted soap. Rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly before storing in the provided jewelry pouch. Do not use abrasive cleaners, steamers or ultrasonic machines.
GEMSTONE
Use a soft cloth to gently wipe clean, then remove any remaining impurities with mild diluted soap. Rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly before storing away.
