{"product_id":"macedonian-star-necklace","title":"Macedonian Star of Alexander the Great Royal Symbol Necklace, Assorted Colors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSixteen Rays of a Royal Sun: The Macedonian Star Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSixteen glossy rays burst from a matte center, and the contrast catches light with each movement. This Macedonian star necklace is 1.75 in x 2.1 in, in gold plate or silver plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt carries the long chain of 23 in in a matching color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24kt gold plate over pewter, or silver plate over pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.75 in x 2.1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 in L, matching color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7266\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vergina sun necklace, Star of Vergina pendant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Star in a Royal Tomb\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcavators found the sixteen-rayed star on a golden larnax in a royal tomb at Vergina, the ancient Aigai. The tomb dates to the 4th century BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany link the tomb to the family of Philip II, father of Alexander. Alexander the Great pendant jewelry often borrows this star for that reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Emblem with Open Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe star appears in Greek art from the 5th century BC. It decorates temple ceilings in Athens and not only Macedonia. So scholars call it royal with caution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne theory ties it to Helios, the sun god. That reading is uncertain. The Vergina sun necklace carries the question along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWearing and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear the Macedonian star necklace over a plain top. The long chain falls low on the chest. Wipe with a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose gold for warmth or silver for a cooler look. See more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/museum-jewelry-necklaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMuseum Jewelry Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e. A Star of Vergina pendant also suits a coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Macedonia and Alexander\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacedonia rose under Philip II and reached Asia and Egypt under Alexander. The star is tied to that rise. A Macedonian star necklace is a bold way to wear it. This Alexander the Great pendant keeps the sun of Aigai in view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading from the Web\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the star from Greek temple ceilings to the royal tomb at Vergina. The Vergina sun necklace has a layered story. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Vergina_Sun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVergina Sun - Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Multilana","offers":[{"title":"Gold Plate","offer_id":1192376455,"sku":"7266-gold","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver Plate","offer_id":1192376459,"sku":"7266-silver","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/products\/museum-jewelry-macedonian-star-of-alexander-the-great-royal-symbol-necklace-assorted-colors-7266-1.jpeg?v=1571438779","url":"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/products\/macedonian-star-necklace","provider":"Museumize.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}