Stoic 4 Virtues, Platinum Pendant

At the heart of this solid platinum pendant is the Compass Rose, a timeless symbol of guidance, with each point thoughtfully aligned to one of The Four Stoic Virtues—Wisdom, Courage, Justice, and Temperance. The 4 Virtues serve as a man’s “guide to living a good life,” with each virtue providing direction through life’s challenges and choices. Wisdom, embodied by an Owl, points the way to insight and understanding, encouraging the pursuit of knowledge and thoughtful judgment. Courage, symbolized by a Lion, represents strength and bravery, guiding one to face adversity and uphold principles even when difficult. Justice, illustrated by Scales, reflects fairness and balance, reminding us to act with integrity and uphold what is right. Temperance, shown by a pouring wine cup, embodies moderation and self-control, directing us to live with restraint and avoid excess. Together, these virtues form a moral compass, inspiring you to stay on a path of integrity and purpose. On the reverse side, the Roman Emperor and Stoic Philosopher Marcus Aurelius’s call to action, “Waste No More Time Arguing What a Good Man Should Be - BE ONE,” reinforces the pursuit of virtue, urging you to transform ideals into action and live a life of true character. Materials Crafted in solid 950 Platinum SMALL Platinum Weight: 9.5 grams Length/Width (pendant only): 21mm (.83 inches) Length (with bail): 32mm (1.25 inches) Thickness: 2mm Bail Opening: 6.5 x 8.0mm Recommended Chain Width: 2mm to 4mm MEDIUM Platinum Weight: 14.5 grams Length/Width (pendant only): 25mm (1 inch)  Length (with bail): 36mm (1.4 inches) Thickness: 2mm Bail Opening: 6.5 x 8.0mm Recommended Chain Width: 3mm to 5mm LARGE Platinum Weight: 23 grams Length/Width (pendant only): 30mm (1.18 inches)  Length (with bail): 43mm (1.7 inches) Thickness: 2mm Bail Opening: 8.0 x 10.0mm Recommended Chain Width: 3.5mm to 6mm *Chain sold separately **Weights and Measurements may vary by up to 5% Shipping & Delivery This platinum pendant is handcrafted to order, which requires 3-4 weeks of production time as our master artisan jewelers will take your piece through our 16-step crafting process with meticulous care, creating a one-of-a-kind piece specifically for you. Your pendant will arrive housed in our world-class, luxury packaging set, including a matte black display box, protective leather pouch, large polishing cloth, and certificate of authenticity. Kindly note that we use fully-insured, FedEx or UPS delivery, and a signature will be required in order to maximize the protection of your precious investment.