"So the gifts were not only meant for the tributes? Strange. Why would they request something--" He paused as he noticed her face falling.

"Ah, jewellery is always difficult," He mused quietly, taking her expression for one of distaste. "These bracelets are very common, in Rome - the fashion was taken from Egypt, if I recall correctly. They were well known for their treasure and gold." He shifted a little uncomfortably. "I was not sure how to commemorate moments best left forgotten, but--"