Within the myth of Daphne (Δάφνη), a tale unfolds of a curse wrought by the fiery anger of Eros, son of Aphrodite, upon Apollo. Daphne found herself the reluctant focus of Apollo’s affection, fleeing his advances. In a moment of desperation, just as Apollo nearly caught her, Daphne called upon her river god father, who mercifully transformed her into a laurel tree (Δάφνη= laurel), sparing her from Apollo’s grasp. This ring stands as a potent emblem of autonomy and liberation, a reminder of Daphne’s escape and resilience.