The Oculus
An Oculus is a circular opening in a dome or a wall. This type of architecture was used a lot in the Byzantine Empire, though it is unclear if any Byzantine Generals wore the Mene Oculus.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oculus
The word “Oculus” comes from the Latin word for “eye.”
The Oculus was also used by the Romans, the most famous example being the Pantheon in Rome:
https://architecturaltravels.wordpress.com/2012/10/02/oculus/
https://architecturaltravels.wordpress.com/2012/10/02/oculus/
I think the 24 karat gold Mene Oculus is one of the most beautiful designs in the Mene repertoire:
Just imagine how light shines through the Mene Oculus when taken outside in the glorious summer sunlight.
The design was inspired out of history:
The Mini Oculus pendant is 7 grams of pure 24 karat gold:
There is also a platinum version of the Mene Oculus:
^ @goldfashioned recently acquired this one
Speaking of @goldfashioned, this video of him unboxing his Mene Oculus is an absolute must watch.... but only if you want to be wildy entertained:
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I bet that platinum oculus is really heavy. I have that little platinum hex bolt and it's surprisingly weighty. @ironshield
You know you want one
The Pantheon was a memorable place for us. It was sprinkling and rain was coming through 🌧
Can you go back and take a mene oculus? :)
Nah, they are not privileged enough:)
Perhaps if they had they would have solved their problem a little earlier ....
Exactly.
Absolutely in love with this piece! I think it's my new favorite :)
(And it can survive explosions)
Yes, gold is indestructible. We should try a laser beam
wow awesome photography.........Thanks for sharing this..
Thanks for reading