Mindfulness....
This is the impression of an antique wax letter seal. This seal was used to secure letters and correspondence in the nineteenth century.
This seal features the image of an Ostrich. The Ostrich is an emblem of faith, contemplation and mindfulness in heraldry.
Fun fact:
in Victorian times it was believed that ostriches could eat metal. They are therefore often pictured with a metal object in their mouths. Here you can see this ostrich with a horse shoe in its beak... :-)
Sizing......
The charm measures 27mm x 19mm across the centre. This may vary however as each one is made by hand.
Options.......
Please choose from the drop down menu how you would like your charm:
on it's own,
or with a chain
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Wax Seal Jewelry......
Each piece offered for sale is an imprint or cast of an antique wax seal from my personal collection. I use 100% sterling silver as this has the strength and durability needed for a piece of jewelry that is to be worn for years. All the jumps rings, clasps etc, are also sterling silver and each part is soldered, also for strength and durability. My intention is to make a piece that could become an heirloom too and for it to last generations.
Each piece is individually handmade and therefore no two pieces will be exactly the same, they will however be extremely similar. The mark of the maker has been purposely left on the casts. The signs of age, cracks and tool marks all add to the charm of the piece and are an intentional feature.
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