Bronze Sestetius of Roman Emperor Severus Alexander, 222 CE - 235 CE
Bronze/Gold
FJ.1931
Since earliest antiquity, mankind has prized the rich, seductive blue of lapis. Mighty empires fought wars to possess it: great kings and queens had it buried in their tombs to...
Since earliest antiquity, mankind has prized the rich, seductive blue of lapis. Mighty empires fought wars to possess it: great kings and queens had it buried in their tombs to remain with them through eternity. Seeing this lovely jewel, blending lapis and an imperial Sestertius, it is easy to understand why. Together they create a necklace like the midnight sky—full of golden dreams and the promise of romance.