The Everything Box

240 BC.
A roman looked himself in a room and crafted a stone box. By the time he was done his hands turned into Jello, his eyebags drooped, and his breath was fickle. He observed the precious cube using only his sight. Beautiful symbols treaded each side. He ended up tossing the box aside after it failed to reach his expectations.

Present Day.
One would think this box was lost to time, but you were forced to dig for your science teacher. You carefully tug open the lid and find the item you've wished to obtain the most.

What was that item? What item did you wish for?