{"product_id":"roman-coin-necklace","title":"Caesar Roman Emperor Portrait Historical Costume Coin Gold Plate Necklace 20L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoman Coin Necklace with an Emperor Portrait\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRoman coin necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e hangs a one-inch pendant in gold-plated, lead-free pewter. The front shows a portrait in the style of Augustus. The back has a wild animal such as a boar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Looks Like an Augustus Coin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely at the profile on this pendant. The head faces right, with a straight nose and a strong chin. The hair falls in short, comma-shaped locks combed forward over the brow. This is the look sculptors gave \u003cstrong\u003eAugustus, the first emperor of Rome\u003c\/strong\u003e. His portraits stayed youthful and calm for more than forty years. He wanted to look like a ruler of lasting peace, not an aging man. The head is bare, as on many of his denarii. Part of the word CAESAR runs along the edge. Augustus took that name as Julius Caesar's heir, and it appeared on his coins. A scalloped border frames the portrait, much like the beaded rims of ancient coins. Together these details give the pendant the look of an Augustan denarius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 in x 1 in, gold-plated lead-free pewter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 in gold plated chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex, for adult or child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGold in Ancient Rome\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrnate jewelry was rare at first because gold was scarce. As trade routes opened and armies conquered new lands, precious metals became common. Roman jewelry drew on Greek and Etruscan styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Emperor on the Coin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoman coins carried the ruler's portrait on the front and a symbol on the back. A gold plated Roman pendant follows that format. The Roman emperor necklace also shows loyalty to the emperor in role playing SPQR games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGifts and Costumes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Caesar portrait pendant adds authority to a toga costume. This gold plated Roman pendant also makes a lively gift for a student of Rome. The Roman emperor necklace fits adults and children alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling and Wearing the Roman coin necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd authenticity to a Roman costume for Halloween or a stage play. The size of the Roman coin necklace suits adults and children. Browse related pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/culture-greek-roman\"\u003eGreek and Roman collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the gold plate with a soft, dry cloth. Keep it dry and away from perfume and harsh chemicals. Store it flat in a pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor More Reading from the Web\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead how Julius Caesar rose from the Roman Republic to dictator, and why his name became a title for rulers: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/biography\/Julius-Caesar-Roman-ruler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJulius Caesar - Encyclopaedia Britannica\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee how Augustus used his portrait to project youth, strength, and peace: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smarthistory.org\/augustus-of-primaporta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAugustus of Primaporta - Smarthistory\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare a Roman coin showing a wild boar in a hunting scene with the goddess Diana: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/collections.museumsvictoria.com.au\/items\/53133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDenarius Serratus, 68 B.C. - Museums Victoria\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Westair Reproductions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32139167137905,"sku":"10024","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/products\/58c5b6af0fa2c26e2b4887a515e7ccc8.jpg?v=1777661662","url":"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/products\/roman-coin-necklace","provider":"Museumize.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}