MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA
MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA

MEMENTO MORI + THE MAN IN THE ARENA

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Hand-casted in the USA, this double sided wax seal pendant features the Latin words MEMENTO MORI with a skull on one side, and a quote from renowned American president Theodore Roosevelt on the back.

MEMENTO MORI means "Remember you will die." Let this side of the pendant remind you to live every day to its fullest potential, for we are not promised tomorrow - just as the phrase conveys, death is inevitable. This phrase and its imagery (usually a human skull) has been around since the medieval period with roots in classical antiquity and Christianity, but it is still just as relevant today. This is not a morbid message, but instead a positive reminder to make the most of every moment you are given, to recognize the opportunity in every day we wake up and keep breathing. How do you want to live life? To its fullest, or with regrets of joy undiscovered? Life is fleeting, so treasure every gift, and guide others to that same appreciation for life.

THE MAN IN THE ARENA - "The credit goes to the man in the arena." ~Theodore Roosevelt [paraphrased]

This famous speech was delivered by President Theodore Roosevelt at the Sorbonne (University of Paris) in Paris, France in 1910. We'll let Roosevelt speak for himself:
"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat."

A copy of this speech is included on a printed placard with every order, as pictured.

- Pendant
•Measures approximately 1.2" tall by 0.5" wide
•.925 sterling silver, nickel-free
- Included as a free gift with every purchase: print of "The Man In The Arena" speech, as pictured
•Measures approximately 5.5" by 8.5"
•Printed on cardstock

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01/28/2025
Roy A.
United States United States

Love this purpose-driven company and their core value products!

First off, thank you for what you do—not only for creating meaningful pieces but also for your mission of providing clean water to communities in need. That makes my purchase even more special. I bought Memento Mori + The Man in the Arena because it represents my journey in the energy industry, a career I built over 25+ years through calculated risks and hard-fought battles. I started late—graduating college at 31, taking pay cuts to get my foot in the door, and moving through different roles in utilities, trading, and energy marketing. Each move was a step into the unknown, a bet on myself when others might have played it safe. Now, at 65, I’m at the peak of my career, but I still have this gut feeling that there’s one more big opportunity ahead of me. I’ve been offered a role by a former colleague who once helped propel my career forward. It’s a risk, but so was every other leap I’ve taken. I’m reminded that the greatest rewards in my life have come from stepping into the arena—not from watching safely from the sidelines. This pendant is a daily reminder of why I’ve taken the path I have. Memento Mori reminds me that time is finite, and The Man in the Arena reminds me that showing up and fighting the fight is what truly matters. At the end of the day, if I can’t take a bet on myself then I should not expect anyone else to. Thank you for asking about my story. I appreciate the work you do and the community you’re building around perseverance, courage, and purpose. All the best and continued success!

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12/23/2024
David SVG verified by SHOP
United States United States

Beautiful chain and pendant! Very happy with it.

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12/21/2024
Esmer SVG verified by SHOP
United States United States

Love the quality!

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12/14/2024
Wade SVG verified by SHOP
United States United States

Very fast shipping, great product. Came with extras from the company

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11/14/2024
Mike G.

Man in the arena

I bought this for my oldest son It’s to remind him that he’s entering the arena of life, and that he doesn’t live in my shadow. The glory of his deeds goes to him, it’s important that he knows that and now has a beautiful reminder he can wear. Thank you for a great product ��

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