Laurel wreath silver small – 1704
Laurel
The laurel or laurus nobilis is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub with green, glossy leaves, native to the Mediterranean region and of course Greece. It is also known as Grecian laurel or bay laurel. It was dedicated to the god of light and of the sun Apollo. Due to its healing properties it was used by the god of medicin Asclepius for the relief of many ailments of the human body. It was also used to fashion the laurel wreath of ancient Greece, a symbol of highest status and was a symbol of victory, glory, honor and eternal youth. The ancient Greeks would place a laurel wreath on a winner athletes an heroes as a tribute of the highest honor.
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Description
100% hancrafted.
Wooden laurel wreath carved by hand, dressed in a silver leaf in a manner that gives an antique feel.
Dimensions: Height: 20cm Width: 23cm