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.
. . for that Mediterranean feeling
These small, handmade Spanish bowls are not only useful but eyecatching too. They are decorated in the patterns and colours typical to the town of Nijar in south east Spain, between Europe's only desert, and the Mediterranean Sea. Every bowl is individually hand-painted in the traditional blue colour of Nijar, plus green, brown and ochre. So when you order one it will be SIMILAR to the designs shown here although maybe not identical. They are made from the local clay of the area and have a lovely rustic quality typical of this region.
Detail: The bowl measures 10.5cms (4") in diameter and 4cms high. Because it is handmade, the pattern may vary, and no two bowls are absolutely identical. Suitable for any occasion but would make perfect tapas bowls.
Our small, Cactus Leaf, Spanish bowl is a suitable gift for any occasion but would make a perfect tapa or salad bowl and an ideal present for a new house. Comes gift-wrapped, like all our presents - and we can print a personal message on your behalf.
