* PURPLE COPPER TURQUOISE WIRE-WRAPPED TREE OF LIFE PENDANT * .925 Ster. Silver

Description: THE PHOTOS TELL THE ENTIRE STORY, INCLUDING MEASUREMENTS. PLEASE DON'T EXPECT MACHINE PERFECTION IN SETTINGS, AS THESE ARE HANDCRAFTED. PLEASE NOTE THAT Purple Copper Turquoise is normal Turquoise that has been crumbled, dyed Purple, and reformed to add Copper matrix to it, in order to create the beautiful effect of the stone. Individuals who will wear it will reap the benefit of both Copper AND Turquoise. The Purple will also SPEAK to all of our Purple Princesses and Princes, Lovelies, Lavender Ladies, and Violet Vixens!!! The beauty of Copper Turquoise is hard to match, in a real sense it is a captivating stone. Traditionally, it has been used in religious rituals and religion, in art and artifacts, in trade and treaty negotiations, and certainly as treasured jewelry to many kingdoms and peoples. Copper Turquoise has always been considered a stone of Life and Beauty, as well as Good Fortune. As a symbol of wealth, Copper Turquoise is one of the oldest protection amulets. In many ancient cultures, it is believed that Copper Turquoise keeps you in connection with the Spirit world and Psychic sensitivity. It is believed that Copper Turquoise acquires the characteristics of the owner; it is a very personal, a symbol of friendship, and brings peace to the home and hearth, as well as to the heart of those who wear it. Turquoise is a STONE OF PROTECTION, not only for protection from evildoers among us, but for protection from the Spirit Underworld, as well....this pendant is PERFECT for Meditation, as well! This piece is handcrafted with a .925 Sterling Silver base, and three-color Sterling wire (Silver, Gold, Copper). We have given you many different photo views of this piece, in varying light, so you can appreciate its beauty. Please view them all, and thank you! MEANING OF THE TREE-OF-LIFE: The Tree of Life has a variety of meanings which includes knowledge, wisdom, and an insight within one’s self. It is a symbol to obtain focus in a quest to find awareness and knowledge. It also represents the ability to maintain a focus is to be aware of what is going on around you, to find that meditative state. Some will aspire to find this focus by wearing a necklace or a charm of some sort. There is anything from rings, to earring designs or bracelet designs with the Tree of Life. Breaking down the meaning of Tree of Life jewelry can be a bit confusing to some. There are also spiritual and religious meanings to many. Here are some of the most common: In Buddhism, the Bodhi Tree is where Buddha received enlightenment. The symbol is also associated with wisdom in the book of Proverbs. The Nordic cultures believed the Tree of Life is a magical fount on knowledge. In Christianity, when Adam fell, God blocked his path to the Tree of Life. According to the Bible, the hope of fallen people is to attain the Tree of Life. The Tree of Life in fact symbolizes an ideal man, who has fully realized the ideal of creation. The Tree of Life thus symbolizes Perfected Adam. Genesis 3:22-24 New International Version (NIV)22 And the Lord God said, “The man has now become like one of us, knowing good and evil. He must not be allowed to reach out his hand and take also from the tree of life and eat, and live forever.” 23 So the Lord God banished him from the Garden of Eden to work the ground from which he had been taken. 24 After he drove the man out, he placed on the east side[a] of the Garden of Eden cherubim and a flaming sword flashing back and forth to guard the way to the tree of life. Personally, we think it pertains to "As Above, So Below", meaning we need to make our own Heaven on Earth, or, in a deeper meaning, that we must acknowledge and respect our roots or where we come from....both in the geographical aspect, AND OUR ANCESTORS. We all have a Family Tree....and Tree of Life acknowledges that! Tree of Life symbolism has a long history, crossing many cultures. While it would be overwhelming to explain its significance to each culture, the Tree of Life has overarching themes and meanings that span across many peoples. As a symbol of connection to all things. The Tree has roots that reach deeply into the soil, acknowledging its connection to, and accepting nourishment from, Mother Earth. Leaves and branches extend into the sky, acknowledging Father Sun and accepting the energy that it transforms into nourishment. The Tree of Life means that you are not an island, but are deeply connected to the world around you and dependent on it for your ability to grow and thrive. A symbol of family and connection to your ancestors. A Tree symbolizes the generations of your family; a tree sprouts from a seed, grows and branches out, sees how far it can go, and then creates a new fruit that gives life to the next generation, to begin anew. The Tree of Life also symbolizes family through its intricate network of branches, showing us the continuity through all generations. We are connected through ever-expanding branches to our parents and grandparents and to our children and our childrens' children. As a symbol of your growth into a beautiful and unique person. When Trees are young, they pretty much all look the same. But, as they grow older, they weather storms and are battered by the forces of wind and water. Their branches may break and grow back in a different direction, or the very soil beneath them will erode away, causing them to grow even stronger roots to hold on. Over time, they become very unique and beautiful in their eccentricity and idiosyncrasies. They are just as we all wish to become – shaped into fascinating, intriguing individuals who have weathered hardships and broad experiences in life that have made us into who we are. As a symbol of rebirth. In the Fall, most Trees lose their leaves and enter a death-like hibernation for a few months. But come Spring, the Tree sprouts tiny buds, bursts forth with dramatic blooms and leaves and is born again. In this way, the Tree of Life is a symbol of a fresh start on life, positive energy, good health and a bright future. As a symbol of immortality. A Tree grows old, yet it bears seeds that contain its very essence and in this way, the Tree becomes immortal. As a symbol of growth and strength. A young Tree starts out with shallow roots that strengthen and grow deeper over time. Branches start as small buds and stretch upwards, reaching for the sun and sky. Just like this Tree, a person grows stronger over time and strives for greater knowledge and new experiences. The Celtic people felt a deep connection to nature, especially towards Trees. Trees were not simply inanimate objects to be used for food and shelter, but were also places to gather, with spiritual connections to ancestors, deities and the Celtic Otherworld. This reverence towards trees grew out of a profound appreciation for what Trees provide for us. The Celts felt that, without Trees, life would have been much more difficult. Trees provided food, shelter, warmth (through firewood) and a home for many animals and insects. When Celtic people cleared a piece of land, they would leave one large, single Tree in the middle, believing it had special powers to take care of all life on earth. This Tree was called the Crann Bethadh. It was considered so powerful, that the Celts believed that cutting down the sacred Tree of an enemy would render them helpless. In addition to having the power to take care of life on Earth, Trees also had connections to the supernatural world, to spirits and ancestors. The Celtic word for ‘Oak’ is ‘daur’, the origin of the modern word ‘door’. Thus, the root of the word actually signifies a doorway to the ‘Otherworld’, the realm of the dead and other powerful spirits. To this day, one can pass through the Celt countryside and find Trees decorated with ribbons. These Trees, also known as Wishing Trees, Fairy Trees or May Bushes, are places where people tie ribbons to ask for blessings from Saints, Spirits and Faeries/Fairies. The Celtic Tree symbol was a symbol of the nourishing powers of Mother Earth, a connection to ancestors and the spirit world and a representation of the journey of spiritual growth.The Celtic knot Tree of Life has branches that reach into the sky and roots that dig into the earth, all of these join into the endless circle of the knot, symbolizing the interconnectedness of Heaven, Earth and all living things. Not just for wearing, but this one can be used in your meditation or as a protective talisman.....it's very versatile! Please know that we hand-pick all of our items, for their beauty AND meaning, and only a small percentage make the cut for our customers. Here are facts and lore concerning Turquoise from CrystalVaults.com: Turquoise is perhaps the oldest stone in man’s history, the talisman of kings, shamans, and warriors. It is a stone of protection, strong and opaque, yet soothing to the touch, healing to the eye, as if carved from an azure heaven and slipped to earth. Its unique shade of blue, often blue-green, lends it name, Turquoise, to all things of this tranquil hue. The delicate veining or mottled webbing in cream or brown is inherent to the stone and serves to enhance its character. The name Turquoise is derived from the French, pierre turquoise, meaning “Turkish stone,” because the trade routes that brought Turquoise to Europe from the mines in central Asia went through Turkey, and Venetian merchants often purchased the stone in Turkish bazaars. [Simmons, 419] For thousands of years, Turquoise has spanned all cultures, prized as a symbol of wisdom, nobility and the power of immortality. [Eason, 239] Among the Ancient Egyptians, Persians and Chinese, Aztecs and Incas of South America, and Native North Americans, Turquoise was sacred in its adornment and for power, luck, and protection. Turquoise beads dating back to 5000 B.C. have been found in Iraq, and the Egyptians were mining the stones in the Sinai in 3200 B.C. [Simmons, 419] The death mask of Tutankhamun was studded with Turquoise, as were the mosaic masks dedicated to the gods, the fabulous inlaid skulls, shields and power statues of Moctezuma, the last ruler of the Aztecs. [Eason, 239] For nearly a thousand years, Native Americans have mined and fashioned Turquoise, using it to guard their burial sites. Their gems have been found from Argentina to New Mexico. [Simmons, 419] Indian priests wore it in ceremonies when calling upon the great spirit of the sky. Many honored Turquoise as the universal stone, believing their minds would become one with the universe when wearing it. Because of its ability to change colors, it was used in prophesy or divining. To the prehistoric Indian, Turquoise, worn on the body or used in ceremonies always signified the god of the sky alive in the earth. [Mella, 111] For centuries Turquoise has been recognized as possessing the power to protect riders from injury due to falls. First used as amulets by Turkish soldiers, on their persons and attached to their bridles and trappings, it later came to be used for protection against falls of any kind. [Kunz, 109] Turquoise is also reputed to be influenced by the physical condition of the person who wears it. It is thought to grow pale when its owner is sick or sad, lose all color when the person dies, and gradually recover its color when transferred to a new healthy owner, its color deepening each day. [Fernie, 268] Historically, Turquoise is credited with the property of securing friendly regard, verifying the traditional saying that “he, or she, who owns a Turquoise will never want for a friend.” [Fernie, 37] In the Orient, a Turquoise ring was worn as a protector against all things evil. The proverb states: “Given by a loving hand it brings with it happiness and good fortune.” However, the ring emitted protective energy only if the stone was given by a friend. It was believed to restore clear vision to the mind when the thinking became muddled and thus ensured good fortune. [Mella, 111] Turquoise has always been valued as an ornamental gem, often considered a symbol of male power. Anselmus de Boot, court physician of Emperor Rudolph II, wrote in 1609 that Turquoise was so highly regarded by men that no man considered his hand to be well adorned unless he wore a fine Turquoise. [Kunz, 111] Today, we know Turquoise empowers men and women equally, and worn or carried, it is a talisman of luck, success, ambition and creativity. [Eason, 239] In the workplace, Turquoise promotes leadership, assists relocation or regular travel associated with career, and helps avoid unwise investments. It helps overcome writer’s block, and is a stone of clear communication when giving information; an especially good amulet for those who work in the law, or for local or central government. [Eason, 41, 239] Turquoise is especially recommended for accountants and computer operators for mental relaxation, for those who work in radio or television to release anxiety, and for laborers to protect from bodily harm. [Mella, 129-132] As a crystal for travel, Turquoise protects you and your possessions against theft, loss or attack, helps prevent accidents, especially falls, and even guards your pet. [Eason, 41-42] Attached to a collar, bridle, or cage, Turquoise prevents animals from straying or being stolen, and makes horses sure-footed and obedient to their riders. [Eason, 239] Turquoise is a stone for self-forgiveness, self-acceptance and the release of useless regrets. It encourages us to honor ourselves as a creation and a tool of the Divine. [Ahsian, 420] Turquoise is a strengthening stone, good for exhaustion, depression, or panic attacks. It enhances physical and psychic immune systems, supporting the assimilation of nutrients, alleviating pollution and viral infections. It is anti-inflammatory and detoxifying, reducing excess acidity and benefiting gout, rheumatism, and the stomach. [Hall, 306][Gienger, 89] Turquoise assists in problems of the brain, eyes, ears, neck and throat, especially cataracts, migraines and headaches, and problems with balance. [Eason, 239] Turquoise is helpful to the respiratory system and aids in healing lung disorders and allergies. Wearing a Turquoise necklace helps prevent tracheitis and other bronchial attacks. By healing the breath, this stone may cure speech disorders such as stammering. [Megemont, 187] Turquoise is a most efficient healer, providing solace for the spirit and well-being for the body. [Hall, 305] It benefits the overall mood and emotion by balancing and inducing a sense of serenity and peace. Holding or wearing Turquoise helps restore depleted vitality and lifts sagging spirits. It relieves stress and brings focus back to the center heart. [Simmons, 420] It is empathetic and balancing, helping one to recognize the causes of happiness and unhappiness, and to master them. [Gienger, 89] As a stone of purification, Turquoise dispels negative energy and clears electromagnetic smog from the environment. It promotes self-realization and aids in creative problem-solving, thus calming the nerves when speaking in public. It helps stabilize mood swings, and dissolves a martyred attitude of self-sabotage. [Hall, 306] It is also empowering if you feel bullied or suffer prejudice. Because it soothes the mind, Turquoise is good for jet lag and fears of flying. [Eason, 239] Turquoise strengthens the meridians of the body and the subtle energy fields, enhancing communication between the physical and spiritual worlds. Placed on the Third Eye, it supports intuition and meditation. On the Throat Chakra, it releases old vows, inhibitions, and allows the soul to express itself once more. It explores past lives and regards fate as ongoing and dependant on one's action at any moment. [Hall, 306] Turquoise is a stone for finding wholeness and truth, and communicating and manifesting those qualities. It stimulates and harmonizes the Throat Chakra, making it easier to articulate and bring forth one's deepest wisdom. Turquoise empowers those who are shy about sharing their understanding and aids in the knowledge that in speaking from the wholeness of our being, we each have something important to contribute to the collective. [Simmons, 420] In traditional thought, Turquoise unites the earth and sky, bringing together male and female energies. [Hall, 306] Turquoise stimulates the initiation of romantic love, and promotes spontaneity in romantic issues. It is believed to change color to warn of impending danger or to indicate infidelity in thought or action. [Melody, 669] Spiritually, Turquoise heals and cleanses both the energy centers and the physical body. It acts to induce wisdom and understanding, and to enhance trust, kindness, and the recognition of beauty. [Melody, 669] What we wish for ourselves -- happiness, love, freedom of limitation and fear -- when extended to others by letting go of our insistence of “justice” and viewing others through compassion and forgiveness, we receive those gifts back through our own heart. [Simmons, 420] Turquoise enhances the ability to see all aspects of ourselves, good and bad, and to integrate these aspects into a cohesive whole. While it is tempting to try and rid ourselves of the traits of self that are not entirely enlightened, Turquoise, like an ancient Grandfather ally, reminds us that all experiences are valid and that mistakes are simply another experience. Wholeness can only come when we are willing to embrace all of who we are and what we have learned. [Ahsian, 420] Turquoise is a stone of “earth-grounding” and is valuable in preventing one from losing touch with the conscious mind during deep meditations. It provides strength and protection during vision quests and astral travel, and due to its high spirituality, acts to improve meditation and to further peace of mind. [Melody, 669] Dreams of turquoise signify the solution of a mystery. [Kunz, 358] REQUIRED LEGAL MUMBO-JUMBO: All metaphysical auctions are for entertainment purposes only, and any paranormal/metaphysical experiences vary. We are not liable for any experiences you do or do not have from this item. Please note that healing crystal meanings are spiritual supports to healing, and are NOT prescriptions or healthcare information. You must be 18 or older to bid and purchase. PLEASE TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR STERLING SILVER JEWELRY. Do not shower, bathe, wash dishes, or immerse your jewelry for periods of time in hot water....and we also recommend you not sleep with it on. 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Location: Blue Ridge, Virginia

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