'Odi et amo. Quare id faciam, fortasse requiris nescio, sed fieri sentio et excrucior.' Catullus poem in Latin.

Roman poet Catullus penned many beautiful, if not graphic, poems over 2000 years ago and the above quote is one of his most recognized. The English free verse translation is 'I hate and I love. How can I explain this apparent contradiction, I cannot, I can only feel it and I'm in agony.'

Eye catching cursive script set upon a wine (blackcurrant) colored background with a Romanesque grape vine border.

The brass cuff measures 1.5" tall and 5.5" round with an opening of 1.5", easily adjustable by using slight pressure once on your wrist. The brass (an alloy of zinc and copper) ages beautifully and uniquely; it will change patina over time and this is completely natural. The artwork I use is slightly translucent and the patterns you see are from the patina of the brass underneath. All protected under a sealant for extra durability but I would advise NOT to go rushing into the sea whilst wearing it or similar interactions with water.

This piece is handmade in England, United Kingdom so please allow 5-7 days before it can be shipped....things have to dry !

Arrives wrapped in non-tarnish tissue paper, gift boxed and tied with organza ribbon, completely gorgeous for gift-giving.