12/4/2019 Golden Treasures in History and Myth: from the Holy Grail to Jason’s Golden FleeceRead NowWhy does gold stir so much excitement? Because it’s high-value? Because it looks nice? Of course, both those things make gold an asset, but what really makes gold stand the test of time is its role in history and myth. Let’s take a look.
The Holy Grail The greatest Christian relic of all time is the Holy Grail – said to be the cup Jesus drank from at the last supper; the cup that Joseph of Arimathea used to collect blood from Jesus’ wounds when he was on the cross. For this reason, the Holy Grail has become a Christian icon, often depicted as being made of gold. The story of the Holy Grail has also been popularised in stories such as those of King Arthur and Perceval – the knight who devoted his life in the quest for the Holy Grail. Jason’s Golden Fleece In Greek mythology, we see gold appear in the famous tale of Jason the Argonaut who found the Golden Fleece. So, what made the Golden Fleece special? Well, according to the myth, the Golden Fleece has mystical healing powers. The Seal of Solomon In the Bible, the Seal of Solomon was the ring worn by King Solomon, shaped like the Star of David. It was said that the ring gave Solomon power to summon demons and to speak with animals. The Golden Death Mask of Agamemnon In 1876, an exhibition to find the final resting place of King Agamemnon – the King who ruled during the battle of Troy – was successful. Heinrich Schliemann and his team uncovered the ancient tomb at Mycenae and found what they believed to be the remains of Agamemnon. On his face, he wore a death mask made of gold – an everlasting sign of his sovereignty. The Treasures of Tutankhamun Tutankhamun, known as the Golden Pharaoh, was buried with a horde of golden treasures. Even his sarcophagus was painted in gold. Now, the 150 artefacts that were unearthed when Tutankhamun’s tomb was discovered are on tour. They’re currently on display at the Saatchi Gallery in London. These are just some of the artifacts and relics that have made gold the stuff of legends. Now, maybe the gold at Karatbars won’t let you talk with animals or give you magical healing powers, but we can still help you build a career in gold. Find out more today by taking a look at my Facebook page.
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AuthorPhilip Speed is a lover of all things gold, from its history and place in myth to its role in our modern economy. As a representative of Karatbars, he knows why you should be saving in gold. ArchivesCategories |