The phrase is attributed to Pliny the Elder (Latin) and Alcaeus the Poet (Greek). Similar is the Babylonian Talmud passage In came wine, out went a secret.
In Vino Veritas is a slogan for a New Orleans parade group, an essay by Kierkegaard and more. For you, it can be another fun piece of jewelry by Peggy Johnson, a precious pin and perfect to wear to a wine tasting.
•Goblet and grapes are miniatures of the real things, each formed in sterling silver. Grapes are made from red garnets. Top part of pin is stamped and darkened to highlight the words.
••Special for your Etsy purchase, I'm including a pair of garnet grape earrings. Each bunch hangs from a sterling silver earwire, completing a matched set.
Measurements: 1-3/4 inches (4.4 cm) high by 1-1/2 inches (3.8 cm) wide by 5/8 inch (2.2 cm) deep. Grape bunch with earwire: 1-3/8 inches (3.5 cm) high by 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) wide by 3/8 inch (1.0 cm) deep.
©Peggy Johnson
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