The ancient gift of Coral – a present to calm people down
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Coral is one of the most ancient of gem materials, used since prehistoric times . . especially for presents. In ancient China, Coral was a symbol of wealth, favour and high social status. Queens wore necklaces made of Coral for important events such as Birthday celebrations and it was often gifted between royal personages. It is also believed to have protection qualities (especially for women) and so is an ideal good luck present for Mothers Day and Birthday celebrations amongst ladies, girls and women.
Gifts of Coral jewellery are ideal for lots of events like mother’s day for example, valentines day, or retirement, or going away to university . . especially for a female friend – woman / lady / girl – whether that friend, relative or loved-one is your mum or your wife, your daughter – or simply a good friend.
- Coral or other jewellery as a meaningful gift for a special day like Mothers Day
- Coral or other jewelry as a present for a special day like a lady friend’s Birthday including gemstone necklaces for a special day
Coral is particularly reputed to help calm people’s lives. It is said to help restore harmony in times of emotional conflict and work against depression. It is like a wise teacher – teaching us to value life and our place in it. It shows people the importance of living, so that we can make the world a good place for all that follow. Indeed, Coral is said to protect children and is given as a lucky gift to children in many countries. It is a beautiful symbol of the importance of creatures and plants living together in harmony. Ideal lucky gift for people leading hectic lifestyles. Coral is one of the seven treasures in Buddhist scriptures; and Tibetan Lamas use Coral rosaries. To Buddhists, Coral is also a treasure that can keep us good and protect people from evil spirits.
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These are some of the most well known ‘ Lucky Gemstones ‘ offering gifts for their own particular / special event that sometimes needs that extra bit of luck or inspiration:
Amethyst * Aquamarine * Aventurine * Black Agate * Carnelian * Citrine * Coral * Garnet * Indian Agate * Jade * Moonstone * Pearl * Red Jasper * Rose Quartz * Smokey Quartz * Tigers Eye * Sodalite
Each of these is renowned for igniting belief and bringing inspiration and good luck to certain events or occasions.
A gift for hope and strength - and to pass on wishes of safekeeping
The Cross of Saint James: “La Cruz de Santiago es un símbolo que favorece el coraje y la esperanza ante las dificultades” . . . a beautiful sterling-silver cross hand-crafted in Galicia, Northern Spain.
Do you want to encourage a friend or loved-one along their journey through life, to give a symbolic gift to accompany them along a journey or pilgrimage, or to act as a reminder of their achievements? Let us send them this symbolic cross of St James on your behalf to show how much your care. It is beautifully hand-crafted in Galicia, close to El Camino de Santiago.
:)- Gift-Wrapped
:)- Sterling silver chain included
:)- Information card about the Way of St James
:)- Personal message can be added
:)- Rapid shippingThe 1,000-year-old Way of St. James (El Camino de Santiago - in Spanish), criss-crosses Western Europe, arriving at Santiago de Compostela in Northern Spain on the Atlantic coast. Around 200,000 people travel the Camino each year from all over the world: Some people walk, others travel by bike. Many travellers choose to do the Camino for personal, rather than any spiritual or religious reasons - taking time out from their busy/modern lives and perhaps finding inspiration along the way, whilst reflecting on their life in a supportive environment. Many carry with them a St James Cross like this. Everyone experiences the journey in a different way.
Description: This sterling silver Cross of St James, handcrafted in one of the best silver workshops in Galicia, northern Spain, measures 36mm in length including the hanging ring and comes with an 18ins sterling silver curb chain. (20ins length also available). Please choose in options box.
Whatever somebody’s journey - whether on El Camino itself, on holiday, a business trip, a gap year, trekking, etc, many friends and loved-ones like to pass on a special gift to wish the recipient well on their travels - and safekeeping along the way.
Gift this really special St. James Cross to inspire your friends/family and help them to be resolute and safe in their life. A present particularly suitable for a Christening, a First Communion, or other Christian festival, and also of course for someone interested in walking the Camino, and travelling in general. Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.
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