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Interesting and aesthetic lot consisting in a representation of Medusa head carved from an high quality green Zoisite with lot of Ruby inclusions
Origin: Tanzanita
Size: 8.1 X 8 X 7.1 Cm
Weight: 655 Gr

MEDUSA
One of the most recognizable figures in Greek mythology, Medusa is also the most famous amongst the Gorgons. While many have heard of Medusa as a horrible monster, not many know of her interesting, even poignant, backstory. Medusa’s beauty was so remarkable that even Poseidon himself found her irresistible and tried to seduce her. However, when she did not reciprocate his affections, he attacked her and raped her right inside a temple dedicated to the goddess of Athena. The goddess was awakened with anger by what had happened inside her hallowed halls. For some unknown reason, Athena did not punish Poseidon for the rape he committed but turned her wrath towards Medusa and punished her by turning into a hideous monster, with snakes growing out of her head, and a deadly stare that would immediately turn anyone to stone if they looked into her eyes.

Today Medusa's story is often taken as a symbol of
- Silencing powerful woman who voice her sentiments. 
- Rape culture: Medusa has been stigmatized and has unjustifiably been blamed for the consequences of male lust. She was unfairly blamed for “provoking” a god with her beauty. Instead of punishing her abuser, Athena, supposedly the goddess of wisdom, punished her by turning into a hideous monster. It can be said that Medusa is an ancient representation of sexual stigma that still happens today. It’s still a matter of contention that rape victims are often blamed for the rape and, in some cultures, are vilified, ostracized and labelled ‘damaged goods’ by society.
- Femme Fatale : Medusa is the archetypal femme fatale. She symbolizes death, violence, and erotic desire. Once an enthralling beauty she was turned into a monstrosity after she was raped by a god. Such is her beauty that even powerful men couldn’t resist her charms. She can be equally enchanting and dangerous, and in some cases, she can be fatal. She remains one of the most identifiable femme fatales even today.



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High quality Ruby in Zoisite Medusa head - Height: 8.1 cm - Width: 8 cm- 655 g

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Paleogene, Eocene (56 - 33.9 million years)

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