Julius Caesar Pencil Holder – The Ides of March on Your Desk
Beware the Ides of March! Alright, so I probably don’t have as many things to worry about as Julius Caesar did. One thing I know for sure, I don’t have to stress over is where to store my pencils. This Julius Caesar pencil holder is the perfect addition to my desk!
The Ides of March commemorates the day in which Julius Caesar was stabbed in the back. This historically famous event has been depicted throughout time in various media. Shakespeare incorporated it into theatre. Pop culture gives us tchotchkes, such as a Julius Caesar knife block or pencil holder.
You don’t have to watch your back to enjoy this Ides of March Julius Caesar pencil holder!
I’ll get right to the point; this Julius Caesar pencil holder is a great addition to any desk! Whether it’s a home office, desk at work, or you’re a teacher, you’ll love this classic holder. I think you get bonus points if you’re a teacher or professor of history or English literature.
This Julius Caesar pencil holder is made of white resin formed into his iconic bust. The mold is based on the 1514 Ferrucci marble bust, with beautiful detailing, right down to the armor. You will also find Caesar’s name written in Roman themed lettering across the base. On the back of Caesar, you’ll find 7 round openings for placing your writing utensils in. Yes, I know it’s not quite historically accurate. You try making a pencil holder with 23 holes in a desk-sized bust.
Embrace your inner Brutus and stick your favorite pens and pencils in there. It also works with screwdrivers, awls, and other small tools. Whatever you need, it’ll be close at hand. While this bust looks like it might belong in a museum, it truly shines sitting on the corner of your desk. Whether you’re a Shakespeare fan, history buff, or just want to look your coworkers in the eye while you jab a pencil in – this holder is for you!
Additional Notes
- Stands 7.5” tall with a 4” diameter base
- Pens and pencils not included, so check out these cool plantable Sprout pencils to fill your new holder
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- Weighs 2.4 pounds – works great as a paperweight too
- Felt pad on bottom to protect desk from scratching
- Impressive 4.8 star rating with over 600 reviews!
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