HOT ! La Concha Necklace (#100)

...Colorful & adventurous, this necklace is an homage to the diverse ecosystems of the world. Saying thanks to the animals, plants, & organisms that brighten our world & feed us with inspiration, creativity, & food...

May this necklace keep you deeply rooted in nature, embracing a sense of adventure! This piece was inspired by a journey through the Basque Country of Spain, enjoying the food and & culture, from the forests of Navarra to the Bay of Biscay... so much has been preserved, from wildlife to recipes treasured for generations... Think of the lush landscape merging on the rainbow of wildlife in the Cantabrian Sea when you wear this necklace...! Aries, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Gemini, & Scorpio, this one\'s for YOU.

**Note: Our in-house designs are one-of-a-kind & numbered. There will never be another piece made that is identical. We feature genuine antique & vintage natural crystals, coral, & pearls with only Solid 14K Gold & Sterling Silver clasps. We have fun sourcing rare & unique hand-carved beads from all over the world! You’re welcome:)

• Citrine.


• Coconut Shells.


• Red Coral.
  


• Sea Urchin Shells.


• Turquoise.


• Sterling Silver clasp.


• One-of-a-kind.


• Designed & handmade in California.


• Inspired by a beach in San Sebastián, Spain.

Citrine In Ancient Greece, Citrine was associated with bounty & abundance, so naturally Citrine was linked with Demeter, the Goddess of the harvest, fertility, & seasons. The Romans believed it could prevent evil thoughts, while the Ancient Egyptians thought that it contained the power of the sun, & used Citrine to ward off evil in general... & snake venom! Not surprisingly, many Eastern & Western cultures have gone on to link Citrine to wealth & success, which is not far off from the beliefs of the Ancient Greeks. Chinese emperors thought that Citrine not only attracted success, but it also somehow opened the mind & expanded consciousness, so still today it is a part of feng shui practices. Citrine had a big moment in the 1920s, & as a result we can find large Citrine stones in Art-Deco era jewelry. Citrine can be found today in many parts of the world, & Aries, Leo, Libra, Gemini, & Sagittarius are connected to Citrine. Aligned with the Solar Plexus Chakra, or 3rd Chakra, Citrine is believed to assist with empowerment, confidence, & the ability to manifest intentions. It\'s also the birthstone for those born in November.

Coconut Shells The coconut tree is often referred to as the “tree of heaven” due to its height & the beautiful environments in which it grows. Coconut palms have been cultivated for more than 3,000 years. The hard outer shell of the coconut is seen as a representation of ego. Breaking the coconut is symbolic of breaking one\'s ego, & letting go of pride & arrogance.

Red Coral Greek mythology explores the origin of Red Coral in the tale of Perseus. Perseus temporarily placed Medusa\'s head on a riverbank, where he witnessed her blood turn the seaweed into Red Coral. As a result, the Greek word for coral is \'Gorgeia,\' since Medusa was one of the three Gorgons. The Romans hung pieces of coral around the necks of their children to shield them from illness & danger. Worn by a woman, coral was a charm against sterility. Linked to the Root Chakra (1st Chakra), Red Coral is believed to be connected to physical survival, grounding, & stability. Red Coral signifies passion & courage, & it is linked to Mars, the planet believed to rule both the Aries & Scorpio zodiac signs.

Shells People created the earliest-known jewelry from natural shells. There is evidence that people in modern-day Algeria, Israel, & Morocco drilled holes into marine shells to make beads 100,000 years ago. It is in these same areas of North Africa & the Middle East that shells came to symbolize life. In ancient mythology, the Goddess of Love & Fertility, Venus, is often depicted as rising from the sea in a clamshell. Perhaps you\'ve seen Botticelli\'s painting from 1485?

Turquoise Ancient Egyptian tombs have provided the earliest evidence of Turquoise gemstones used in jewelry, dating back to 3000 BCE. King Tutankhamun’s iconic burial mask is an example of the Egyptians\' extravagant love for the gem. The oldest Turquoise mines are located on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. One in particular is situated near an ancient temple dedicated to Hathor, the Greek goddess of love & joy who was worshiped as a protector in the desert & as the patron saint of mining. Perhaps this is why the Egyptians named Turquoise \"mefkat,\" which means “joy” & “delight.” Ancient Aztecs valued Turquoise for its perceived power of protection & used it to decorate ceremonial masks, knives, & shields. Also believing that Turquoise was a source of protection, Persians adorned their necks, turbans, daggers, & horses’ bridles with it. The Persians named Turqouise \"pirouzeh,\" which means “victory.” Later on, when Turkish traders introduced this “Persian blue” stone to Europe via the Silk Road in the 13th century, this influenced the gemstone’s western name. The word “turquoise” comes from the French phrase \"pierre tourques,\" which means “Turkish stone.” Meanwhile, pre-Columbian Native Americans mined the Turquoise stone throughout areas that are now the southwestern United States. Native American Shamans used it in sacred ceremonies to communicate with the spirit of the sky. Apache Native Americans thought that attaching turquoise to bows improved accuracy. Turquoise is linked to the 5th Chakra, or Throat Chakra, & is said to help improve communication & public speaking. Turquoise is the birthstone of December & is associated with the zodiac sign of Sagittarius.