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Badger jewellery – handmade and recycled sterling silver coins

Across different cultures and traditions, the badger has evoked a rich tapestry of symbolic meanings that find expression in poetry and literature.
As a source of creative inspiration the badger is a wonderful British creature.

Strength and Tenacity: Badgers, though seemingly unassuming, are powerful creatures known for their digging prowess and fierce defense when challenged. This translates into poetic symbolism of unwavering determination, the ability to overcome obstacles, and stubborn resistance against adversity.

Connection to the Earth and Grounding: Their burrowing habits and nocturnal nature deeply link badgers to the earth and the underground world. They can represent a call to connect with nature, find stability, and establish strong foundations in life.

Solitude and Self-Reliance: Badgers are often solitary animals, preferring their own company and relying on their instincts for survival. This can symbolize independence, self-sufficiency, and the importance of trusting one’s own path.

Protection and Defense: When threatened, badgers are known for their strong defensive capabilities. Poetically, this can represent the courage to stand up for oneself and loved ones, to protect what is cherished, and set clear boundaries.

Celtic mythology: Badgers were revered for their wisdom and associated with protection, linked to their nocturnal habits and tenacity. In Welsh tales, they could serve as companions and guides in shamanic journeys. The Goddess Brigantia, linked to the Celtic festival of Imbolc, held the badger as a sacred animal, symbolizing new life emerging from the earth in spring.

Native American beliefs: Many tribes viewed badgers as embodying resilience, healing abilities, and warrior spirit. They were seen as protectors of medicinal plant roots due to their digging, and their tracks were considered a sign of good luck.

Japanese folklore: Badgers (mujina) are often portrayed as mischievous shapeshifters capable of tricking humans or acting as benevolent benefactors. The tale of the “Badger’s Money” illustrates the badger’s gratitude and willingness to work honestly to repay kindness.

British folklore and literature: Badgers have inspired more British place names than any other animal. They are often depicted as wise and benevolent characters in British children’s literature, such as Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows, where Badger is a respected elder and mentor.

In my mind the badger’s resilience can inspire feelings about overcoming hardship, its connection to the earth can evoke a sense of grounding and belonging, and its solitary nature speaks to independence and self-discovery.

Size : 22 mm * 12 mm

*** Other charms in the pictures such as stars, moons, oak leaves, acorns are to illustrate the various looks and combinations. They are available separately within the collection. ***

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