![]() ![]() Note: The purpose of the outer box is ultimately to protect the book in transit. If the box is slightly damaged in transit, it is serving its purpose. Damaged book boxes are not refund or exchange eligible. The Life of Marcus Aurelius biography by Ryan Holiday.Custom gold-foiled slip box for safe storage.Gold-foiled genuine leather cover, spine and back cover.All-new illustrations for each section of the book.Vinyl endsheets and a sewn ribbon to mark your page.This premium edition of the classic book was designed in the US and made in the UK to stand the test of time and to be passed down from generation to generation. You have the opportunity to hold it in your hands. Miraculously, these writings survive–and contained within them is a profound prescription for wisdom, justice, discipline and courage. His name was Marcus Aurelius, the emperor of Rome. Not to an audience or for publications, but to himself, for himself. The skull was hand carved from wax and solidified in sterling silver using the lost wax casting process.In the year 170, the most powerful man in the world sat down to write. The entire pendant was designed using traditional techniques. Our scripted Crown logo & silver purity mark are both stamped onto round silver tag and soldered to the back of every skull. As usual, I kept the branding to a minimum. I found this simple design conveyed just the right amount of subtleties to remind us of time and mortality. This clasp design is typical of the era and normally attaches pocket watch to the chain. Memento Mori - Amor Fati Silver Neckace,Personalized Memento Mori Pendant,Dainty Amor Fati Jewelry,Skull Coin Pendant, Stoic Silver Necklace (178) Sale Price 48.00 48. ![]() A classic clasp was also added to the signature bail design. Rather than affixing the typical round wire bail ring onto the top of the skull, I chose to use a watch crown and bow as found on vintage pocket watches. My main focus was to replace the much overlooked bail (the part that connects the pendant to the chain). So I decided to incorporate aspects from the most iconic symbol of Time. There needed to be more discrete but suggestive cues to the theme. STOIC STORE UK Memento Mori Pendant Necklace - Memento Mori Logo Design - Silver Plated and Enamelled in Black - Stoicism/Memento Mori/Jewellery (Chain Length: 22 inches) No reviews £58.95 £ 58. Nor was just adding the words “Memento Mori” to the piece. A skull alone wasn’t going to cut it, at least not for me, haha. When designing a Memento Mori themed pendant, subtlety was paramount. It is said, Latin Christian theory focused on reflections of death not as a morbid practice but as an inspiration to truly live. ![]() The most widely used symbol is the skull for obvious reasons. Memento Mori objects have been around for ages and have mainly been used to symbolize our morality. “Memento Mori” is a Latin phrase meaning, “Remember you must die” or “Remember your death.” A message that should remind everyone that our time on earth is only temporary. In some cases, a little reminder to make the best of life’s brevity and opportunities is welcomed. It’s easy to forget that we are gifted only one life. Just remember… “All good things come to those who wait.” We appreciate our customers patience and share their excitement to receive their de Luxe Standard heirloom piece. Expected lead time for “MADE-TO-ORDER” is approximately 1-2 weeks. ![]() As a micro-company in the USA, “MADE-TO-ORDER” provides us welcomed breathing room to foster creativity for new items as well as reduce unnecessary inventory. To help us become more sustainable, de Luxe Standard has adopted a “MADE-TO-ORDER” option. Dimensions: 2" x 0.625" (Length x Width ). ![]()
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