Aquamarine – the Traveller’s lucky gemstone
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Aquamarine is blessed with many mystical powers and, since ancient times, it has been associated with luck, happiness and courage. Primarily, it was considered sacred to the God of the sea and so travellers. It therefore is suitable as a gift for someone travelling or going on a trip – intended to give them good luck on their journey. In ancient times, it was used by the ancient Greeks, the Egyptians and Romans for this purpose, and wearing Aquamarine amulets engraved with the water god was thought to protect them when travelling overseas or on water and bring them good luck at sea and to prevent seasickness. Legend says that Aquamarine was the treasure of the mermaids. It is also referred to as the treasure of Atlantis.
With Aquamarine jewellery gifts you can pass on your good luck blessings for several events: Someone travelling on a trip (moving abroad, for example): A happy bride at a wedding (or engagement); Or just best wishes for an Anniversary.
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Aquamarine is also believed to have a soothing influence on relationships, especially marriage. Its reputed power to ensure a long and happy marriage makes Aquamarine an excellent stone to give on Anniversaries; it is the traditional gemstone for the 19th Wedding Anniversary, and lore has it that an Aquamarine is the luckiest charm for a bride, making it the perfect gift for an Engagement. It is reputed to bring good luck to couples ensuring long-lasting relationships because it evokes feelings of trust and harmony.
To many ancient cultures, Aquamarine was also a symbol of happiness, courage and everlasting youth, curing laziness and quickening the intellect, and improving memory. Aquamarine is said to replace anger and negativity with mental peace and clarity, providing the wearer with emotional and mental balance. For these reasons it is said to be an effective treatment for anxiety, depression and grief, bringing serenity to the mind to the wearer. The gem is also believed to stimulate creativity. It is used for calming and relaxing the mind and to decrease nervous tension. People often wear this lucky gemstone to bring good luck in new ventures and to ensure financial success.
- gemstone necklaces for luck in a New Job or for a New Start
Aquamarine is the birthstone for the month of March and associated with the zodiac sign of Aries.
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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:
. . symbolising transformation and faith
This impressive piece is a stunning example of Spanish ceramic art. It is made in the northeast of Spain, famous for its Mediterranean seafronts along the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada, and of course for its culture and art. (Cataluña, or Catalonia was the birthplace of painter Salvador Dalí and Antoni Gaudi).
Butterflies are symbolic of transformation and faith, especially for a new start, saying farewell to the past and moving forward - allowing the wind to carry us to our new goals and dreams.
This ceramic piece is intricately finished in the Catalan modernism style . . a form of architectural art seen typically around Barcelona's Parc Guell. Each piece is hand-painted in dazzling colours to produce a beautiful and uniquely-crafted figurine that would make a delightful present . . and a unique gift from Spain.
The Butterfly has symbolic significance - calling us to expand our awareness, spread our wings and move forward with joy - and to find our own place in life. So this ceramic, wall-mountable butterfly would make a lovely gift with real significance for a special friend who is moving house, say, or who is about to embark on new ventures.
Description: This Mediterranean Butterfly figurine measures approx 13.5cms (5.3ins) long by 14cms (5.5ins) at its widest part. It has a hanging arrangement on the underside so that it can be wall mounted, either in the home or office. The hand-painted, porcelain-like finish is simply stunning in its detail and is an intricate piece of Spanish ceramic art. Because each one is individually painted, each figurine is distinct and so no single one is exactly the same as another (so figures may differ slightly from the photos here).
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This Butterfly figurine, something special from Spain, would make a truly unique gift for a new home / house warming present. Also suitable as a present for someone starting a new job, or any new beginnings . . or even for a person that just loves butterflies! It is bound to be appreciated and attract admiring comments. Please Note: To preserve its fine features, it is best to keep this figurine indoors, or at least under-cover if outside.
A traditional product of Spain and a delightful piece of Spanish ceramic art.
Ships gift-wrapped in a stylish and substantial presentation box. If you wish, we can print a personal message on your behalf on a gift card and include it in the presentation box. We can also ship direct to your friends / loved-ones' address if you want. This is all INCLUDED in the price.
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