{"product_id":"roman-wheel-of-fortune-amulet-necklace-3rd-5th-century-ad-3","title":"ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULET NECKLACE, 3RD-5TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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, 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 as seen on cathedral windows and in literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amulet is slightly under 7\/8” (0.83”) height. It is made by the lost wax technique, in the form of a round hub wheel with three blue radial spokes, each with the globular terminal. The hub is set with a blue “stone”. These partial wheels are well represented and may be regional or simply concessions to fashion at the time It has been professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored and the “stone” replaced. It is mounted on an 18” gilt Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fagan Arms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43525071929462,"sku":"C7465","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/1957\/files\/C7465A.png?v=1781533740","url":"https:\/\/www.faganarms.com\/products\/roman-wheel-of-fortune-amulet-necklace-3rd-5th-century-ad-3","provider":"Fagan Arms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}