Capitoline Wolf Enamel Pin – Romulus, Remus & the Birth of Rome
The Wolf. The Twins. The City Eternal.
Before there was marble, empire, or the Senate, there was a riverbank — and a she-wolf.
The Capitoline Wolf Enamel Pin honors the mythic origin of Rome: the tale of Romulus and Remus, twin brothers abandoned as infants, saved by a wild she-wolf, and destined to shape the greatest city in history.
This powerful image — the wolf nursing the twins — has echoed across two thousand years of Roman identity. Now, it's captured in fine hard enamel, a timeless symbol of survival, destiny, and the fierce beginnings of civilization.
The Legend
According to Roman myth, Romulus and Remus were born of royal blood but cast into the Tiber River by a jealous king. The gods intervened. The basket found land. And a lupa, a she-wolf, heard their cries and took them in. Beneath the shelter of the Palatine Hill, she suckled them as her own.
Romulus would later go on to found Rome — the Urbs Aeterna — and mark the first chapter in a legacy of emperors, warriors, poets, and people that would shape the Western world.
Design & Symbolism
This enamel pin features the Capitoline Wolf in classic form: a sleek, watchful figure with arched body and forward stance, guarding the two small infants beneath her. The detail is precise, the proportions balanced — honoring the original Etruscan sculpture that became a Roman icon.
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Deep black and bronze-style lines capture the silhouette in bold clarity
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The twins are rendered in quiet contrast — fragile yet destined for greatness
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The form reflects both tenderness and strength — fitting for the myth and the mother
Features
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Original Artwork: Faithful to the classic Roman motif of the she-wolf and twins
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Hard Enamel Finish: Scratch-resistant and polished, made to last like the legend
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Size: 3.0 cm x 2.4 cm — compact yet filled with storytelling
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Secure Clutch Backing: Easily affixes to jackets, bags, or display boards
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A Symbol of Rome’s Origins: Ideal for collectors, historians, or myth-lovers alike
A Myth You Can Wear
More than a decorative item, this pin carries the DNA of Rome’s story — the struggle, the savior, and the spark that ignited an empire. Whether you're drawn to ancient mythology, Roman symbolism, or simply admire the resilience woven into this legend, the Capitoline Wolf Enamel Pin is a powerful emblem of origins and destiny.
Perfect for:
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Fans of Roman history and foundation myths
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Mythology lovers and students of ancient lore
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Collectors of meaningful enamel pins
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Gifts for history buffs, classicists, and proud Italophiles
