The word "pyx" exhibits a range of literary uses, from concrete geographical nomenclature to metaphorical imagery. In Strabo’s work [1], for example, “Pyxūs” functions as a locational marker, tied to specific features in regions like Crete and Lucania, underscoring its role in the precise description of ancient geography. In contrast, in Joyce’s Ulysses [2] the term is employed with a more imaginative twist, evoking the notion of locking something into a container—a "pyx"—that suggests confinement or safeguarding. These examples highlight the word's adaptability, shifting from indicating tangible landmarks to symbolizing abstract ideas in modern literature.