Solved!!!

Here’s an easy riddle for you.

I was seen by the Ancient Greeks but I have no Greek myths associated with me.  Perhaps they didn’t recognize me for what I am.  I bear them no grudge because the Greeks have slipped from my view so never mind them.  Besides I am regarded as a representation of a god by some cultures.  In fact I am important to many nations today in symbol and song, and you are familiar with me.

Then there is the story about me of the brothers, their friends and the campfires.  Oh I will say no more about it, no need to give the answer away.

In not so ancient times I was finally recognized, some say by a Frenchman, others by a Dane.  Tom is going with the Dane, but then Tom has NEVER seen the jewels I possess for himself.

Oh I am quite visible, depending on where you live.  Do you know who I am?  I know you do.

A couple of notes:

The winner gets to ask a question (see last week’s riddle for the ground rules).  There is an unanswered question out there too, Marian has been terribly busy.  She’ll get to it.

The site will down for a brief time (hopefully) in the morning for some tinkering.