Brief Summary… 

• Recycled lovely old British and Irish copper coins 1900s – 1992
• Optional engraved initial on reverse
• Safety lock catch on reverse
• Size : Approx. 25mm diameter
• Symbolism : Soulful, rebirth, abundance & a touch of madness
• Handcrafted & Recycled in Cambridge

Moon Gazer gift cut coin brooch – Recycled old half or two penny piece

When these lovely old copper coins are hand cut, carved, filed and polished, the results are fabulous. A great deal of time, absolute care and attention are required to create this old coin art brooch.

A completely fantastic and unique coin brooch lovingly handmade in Cambridge.

Size : Approx 25mm diameter

The moon-gazing hare evokes a profound connection between the earthly and celestial, representing cycles of rebirth, intuition, and the mysteries of nature. The image, found in folklore and art across many cultures, symbolizes an array of powerful forces, from fertility and good fortune to self-sacrifice and transformation.

As a hugely nocturnal creature, the hare is an animal of the earth, but its focus on the moon creates a potent image of connection between the terrestrial and the divine. The upward gaze signifies longing, curiosity, and a sense of wonder at the forces beyond our world.

The hare is a sacred symbol of the goddess, particularly lunar goddesses like Eostre. Its tie to the moon, a traditional symbol of feminine energy, links the moon-gazing hare to intuition, the divine feminine, and the mysteries of life and death. The image of the hare is closely linked with the moon’s own cycle of death and rebirth. For the Anglo-Saxons, the hare’s association with the goddess Eostre and the spring equinox represented the renewal of nature. This connection eventually evolved into the modern Easter Bunny.

In East Asian folklore, the “moon rabbit” or “Jade rabbit” is seen in the moon’s shadowy markings, pounding a mortar and pestle. The best-known version of the story tells of a rabbit who, when faced with a hungry beggar (a disguised deity), selflessly throws itself into a fire to provide a meal. The deity saves the rabbit and honors its sacrifice by placing it on the moon. This folk tale transformed the hare into a symbol of generosity, self-sacrifice, and benevolence. Its eternal presence on the moon serves as a timeless reminder to show kindness and compassion toward those in need.

The hare is often imagined as a magical and elusive creature associated with shape-shifting in witchcraft and folklore. Its nocturnal habits and sudden, erratic movements contribute to its mystique. In this context, the moon-gazing hare represents spiritual transformation and connection to the magical forces of the night. The moon-gazing hare has been described as an archetype—a potent symbol embedded in the collective human consciousness for millennia. It speaks to persistent human themes of hope, transformation, and our profound, instinctual connection to the natural world and its cycles.

Indeed spotting a moon-gazing hare is a sign of good fortune, abundance, and rebirth. The hairy Growler moon gazing hare can be used to convey a blessing or the promise of a fruitful future. The hare’s reputation for rapid breeding further cements its status as a symbol of fertility and new life.