| How
did the Aquitaine sundial get its name? Almost 900
years ago, in 1152, Eleanor of Aquitaine gave a
sundial like this one to King Henry II of England
so that Henry would know when to return from the
hunt for their love trysts. Henry had a copy of
the dial made for Eleanor that was inlaid with diamonds
and engraved with the words Carpe Diem or "Seize
the Day." On sunny days, watch this replica go to
work by suspending the dial by its black satin cord.
Through a tiny hole, a thin ray of sunshine shines
through to illuminate a number on the inside of
the dial showing the time of day. Available in several
design motifs in Pewter, Sterling Silver, mixed
Silver and Gold, and Gold in 10, 14, or 18 karat,
and by special order, 22 karat. All Shepherds Watch® dials come with instructions. |
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