Copper owl full moon opalite rainbow moonstone tree of life pendant wire wrapped jewelry in mixed metals brown and copper wire steampunk necklace by PhoenixFire Designs.

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. Permanently colored brown wire encircles the pendant, and non-tarnish copper wire is used as the roots, trunk and branches of the tree. This tree is bare of leaves like one would see in Winter and features a large, rainbow moonstone "full moon" behind the branches. Nestled in the branches is a copper owl bead.

Opalite - also known as "sea opal" - is a rainbow moonstone simulant. It's a manmade gemstone with the look of an opal or a rainbow moonstone. It's a milky white color with extremely beautiful luminous glow ranging from blues (like a moonstone) to an orange type color (like an opal.) You can get perfect form and significant size from opalite, where it's simply not possible to obtain in a natural stone. It also has the added value of being a more affordable option with all the beautiful look and appeal of moonstone.

Owls have had significant cultural, spiritual and mythical symbolism literally all around the world since ancient times, from the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, Athena, to Egyptian, Celtic and Hindu honoring the owl for it's guardianship of souls passing to the underworld, to Indigenous people all around the world revering it as a wise keeper of knowledge and mystical secrets. There's no doubt the owl is a fascinating and beautiful bird and it fits in perfectly with this little piece of wearable night sky!

The pendant measures approximately 1.5" in diameter not including bail. (Approximately 2" including bail.) It can be worn on any cord or chain of your choice. OPTIONAL chain selection listed above.

** Exact pendant pictured has sold. YOURS WILL BE HAND MADE UPON RECEIPT OF ORDER and will have a little bit of natural variety in it - just like a real tree! - making it beautifully unique.

Whether as a gift, or for yourself, this, unique, signature piece would be a great addition to anyone's jewelry collection.


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Silver & Copper: https://www.etsy.com/listing/177819396/owl-tree-of-life-pendant-full-moon
All Black: https://www.etsy.com/listing/194450272/black-owl-tree-of-life-pendant-full-moon



The Tree of Life is known by many names such as the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil from the Garden of Eden; Yggdrasil, World Ash Tree, Odin's Gallows, Thor's Oak; Axis Mundi, the Navel of the World, the bridge between Heaven and Earth, the Cosmic Tree, Ashwath Vriksha or Banyan Tree, Jian tree, Sacred Fig, Bodhi Tree - all of these are representations of the same theme. From Norse mythology, to Christian, Gnostic, Jewish and Hindu religions and traditions the Tree is also found in sacred texts including the Kabbalah, and dates back to pre-Christian myths of Germanic and other European people. The imagery appears in myths of Russia, Greece, China and more! It's truly a universal symbol.

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I make many colors and variations of Full Moon Trees! See all here:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhoenixFireDesigns?section_id=6660742

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* Care and Handling of Handmade Jewelry *
By it's very nature, handmade jewelry is going to be inherently more delicate than something mass-manufactured. It's important to always apply the "last on; first off" rule meaning put your jewelry on last when getting ready and take it off first. Permanent wire coatings, protective coatings, non-tarnish finishes and gemstones can be damaged by exposure to various chemicals, including things like lotions, hairsprays and perfumes among others. It's also important to NEVER submerge handmade jewelry in any kind of liquid, nor use any abrasive clothes, brushes or cleaners as it can damage the piece. Do not wear in the shower, tub, pool or other time when the piece may get submerged in water.

By following these guidelines and with normal wear and gentle care, your handmade jewelry should last you for years and years!