VANITY: JEWELRY HISTORIES FROM CYCLADES TO POMPEII

From May until August 5th the Archaeological Park of Pompeii is opening its door to host an enchanting jewelry such as stones, ivory, neck less, earrings, rings in gold or silver. All coming from Delos, Cyclades islands, Ercolano, Paestum, and other Neapolitan sites.

All these sparkling jewels are held into black caskets, to show a color contrast to impress our eyes and souls. The huge amount of gold an jewels represents how the local economy was expanding at that time. Most jewels were found after the terrible eruption of Mt. Vesuvius back on 79 AC.

However, the magma preserved these sparkling remains in optimal conditions; therefore, the entire world can enjoy this unique exhibition. Furthermore, the show is hosted by one of the most suggestive areas of the West side of Pompeii Park “Palestra Grande” (the big gym).

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ANTONIA L MOSCA