Beware the Ides of March

This week we're having a bit of a history lesson, courtesy of all you erudite people at Folksy!The Ides of March is 15th March in the Roman calendar, and was originally a festive day dedicated to the god Mars. It is also the day in 44 BC that Julius Caesar was stabbed 23 times in the Roman Senate, which gave rise to Shakespeare's famous quotation "Beware the Ides of March" in his eponymous play. Today, the Ides of March is celebrated in Rome with a toga run. Sounds like much more fun to me.So we're taking a stroll through ancient history this week, focusing on the Roman empire. Prepare to be educated!Olive branch - upcycled antique saucer - candlestick by LoglikeRoman Numeral Bracelet by Jupiter Rocks�Roman Print Clutch Bag by Grown-Up GladragsHandmade Roman Necklace by Beaux Bijoux Handmade JewelleryMarble, The Colosseum - Ltd Ed A4 Photo Print by Lemonade & Lamingtons ARTLatin manuscript pendant by Artifex JewelleryColourful Roman Ruins Photograph, Croatia by Kate Seaton PhotographyRoman style metallic button necklace by made by kate dRoman Mosaic Stained Glass Suncatcher by JOYSofGLASSArmadillo Leather Cuff by Alpha Prime
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