The Tree of Life is a concept that's been featured in myth, story and legend literally all around the world. Since ancient times, people have used variations on the theme. Connecting all things - the realms of the spirit, the physical, the Divine and the mundane - the roots of the Tree and the branches touch all things and bring them together in harmony.
This pendant is handmade using painstaking wire-wrapping techniques.Non-tarnish sterling silver plated wire is used as the roots, trunk and branches. Blue goldstone is used as the "leaves" of the tree.
Goldstone is a man made gemstone that has been around since the European Renaissance. Originally created in Venice, Italy by monks studying alchemy, goldstone is created by adding molten copper into glass.
This crystallized into thousands of tiny crystals and formed a melt with golden light sparkles. This is how the first goldstone came about. Though it is not technically a gemstone, it is often referred to as one. Blue Goldstone is associated with learning and communication.
Blue goldstone looks like the most perfect night sky. The richness of the blue is so deep and dark and mysterious. And then there's a fire and explosion of vibrant sparkles like twinkling stars within. It brings to mind some magical night such as Halloween when the veil between the worlds is thin and all wondrous things are possible.
This is my "medium" size pendant and thus a little larger than my standard ones. Measuring right around 1.75"in diameter (not including the .25" approximate bail size) it is a bold piece that will be noticed, but not so large as to make it unwearable. The "loop" bail will easily accommodate any chain or cord of your choosing. (Chains available separately here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhoenixFireDesigns?section_id=7776955 )
You will receive the exact pendant shown.
** PLEASE NOTE: SHIPPING DELAY FOR OCTOBER 5th SURGERY ***
I am having major surgery on Wednesday, October 5th. I will be in the hospital 24-48 hours after surgery. Orders from MONDAY OCTOBER 3rd ONWARD will be delayed shipping until after I am home from the hospital and somewhat recovered. I anticipate orders to start shipping again 1-2 weeks after surgery, or about mid-month. I will do my best to keep in touch, but please allow for some delay in communication, especially in the first days around surgery. The shop will remain open during this time as I will continue to rely on my shop sales for my sole income during this time. I appreciate your support and understanding. **
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