NECKLACE FOR COURAGE

dove6-1.jpgHELPING TO FIGHT BREAST CANCER WITH DOVES - A VERY SPECIAL NECKLACE

Proceeds from the sale of this necklace go the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research. 

This special necklace was designed over a period of months with great care and consideration for the courageous women who have fought the disease and won, those who are fighting it today, and as a tribute to those who have lost their battle. My goal was to create something that would be beautiful and portray spirit and promise for the future. I want women and girls to feel good wearing it and giving it as a gift.

The necklace is made up of three distinctive elements. The main component is the circular charm entitled 'Peace'. This image of three doves was designed by Jen Delyth, who has graciously given me permission to use her design for this piece and explains its meaning here:

'Among many mythologies the dove appears as the feminine symbol of soul, wisdom, re-birth and harmony. In the ancient world, the concept of harmony was close to healing. Images of doves were offered to the Celtic healer-deities of thermal springs, multiple stone figures of doves were offered to the curative spirits presiding over shrines. Like ravens, doves were perceived as oracular birds, perhaps because of their distinctive call'. (original text and design by Jen Delyth ©1992)

Other commonly held interpretations of the dove include the Holy Spirit and spirituality. In Slavic culture, the soul turns into a dove at death. In Romanesque art, it represents the soul. The dove was sacred to Athena as a symbol of the renewal of life. In China it represents longevity and orderliness. In Christianity, the Holy Ghost of the Trinity is often portrayed as a dove. This image was chosen for its symmetry and grace as well as its spiritual significance. It is also encased in a circle, symbolizing wholeness and eternity, no beginning and no end.

The second element, the pine cone, represents re-birth, re-generation, immortality and fertility. As the emblem of Artemis, it represented feminine purity. In Christianity, the pine cone forms the crown of the Tree of Life.

The third charm, the words `courage & strength' is my reverence to extraordinary women. These two words characterize those who have survived breast cancer and those who have not; those who care for women fighting the disease and those who fight to find the cure for it.dove3.jpg

 Both the Doves and Word charm are made in the tradition of stained glass. The image is sandwiched between glass and mirror, soldered together using lead-free solder, then hand polished. The Word charm is made in the same way; words are printed on hand made paper embedded dried flowers and some sparkle, then sandwiched between two pieces of clear glass and soldered together. The pine cone charm and 18" link chain are .925 sterling silver. Note: the glass charms must be kept away from moisture as they are not waterproof. All work is guaranteed and will be repaired at no charge, with the exception of shipping.

 
Pricing: $75.00 each
Shipping/insurance: $6.00 for 1-2 necklaces     $8.00 for 3-5 necklaces

All necklaces are made to order and require two to three weeks to complete from the day payment is received. If you would like to place an order, please send a check or money order to the address below. Make sure you include your complete name, mailing address, phone number and e-mail address.

Please make checks and money orders payable to:
Jesjams Ancillary Ware
PO Box 158
Sugar Loaf, New York 10981

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Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any questions:
jesjams@optonline.net - Telephone: 845-469-5836

To find out about the great work of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, please go to www.komen.org. Additional contact numbers are on their site.

About Jen Delyth
Inspired by Celtic folklore and the spirit of nature, Jen Delyth draws from her Welsh heritage to craft original intricate artworks that weave ancient patternings into a new living form. Her work conveys spiritual and mythical themes which express the Celtic belief in the inter-connectedness of all things. Jen's Artwork has been exhibited in galleries both in the U.S. and back in her home country Wales, published in magazines and books. Please visit her website www.kelticdesigns.com to see her amazing works of art. No unauthorised copying, duplicating of any materials permitted without permission from Keltic Designs.