Brief Summary… 

• Recycled silver Two Shilling coin circa 1900
• Recycled golden bronze moon and stars
• Meticulously hand cut, carved and engraved
• Made using only traditional hand tools and techniques
• Necklace chain included, various length options
• Optional free engraved details on reverse
• Optional Gold, Silver, Copper or Bonze wee charm
• Hairy Growler Shepherd’s Crook Necklace Catch: Sterling Silver
• Size : Approx 48mm * 25mm
• Symbolism : freedom, connection to earth, ethereal power
• Handcrafted & Recycled in Cambridge

A little more detail…

Leaping hare necklace – handmade and recycled silver Florin coin

This lovely mystical leaping hare pendant has been gently handcrafted from an old sterling silver English Two Shilling Florin coin. The coin has been forcefully flattened, hand cut, filed and polished. The look and feel of this old English silver is perfect. Small import and details are engraved to finished the hare. Magic is then applied with the addition of the moon and stars cut from a lovely old ‘thrupney-bit’ threepence coin.

Swiftness and Agility: The hare’s iconic leaps and incredible speed naturally evoke swiftness, agility, and quick thinking. The swift movements you see them make reflects the unpredictable nature of life and the need to adapt quickly to evolving circumstances.

Fleeting Moments: The hare’s rapid movement highlights the ephemeral nature of beauty, joy, or life itself. Despite its speed, the hare is a prey animal, highlighting its vulnerability while also embodying resilience and the ability to outwit predators.

The Pursuit of Freedom & Triumph of the Spirit Leaping away from danger can symbolize the constant struggle for freedom, both literal and spiritual. The hare’s continued existence despite threats speaks to an indomitable spirit and the ability to persevere in the face of adversity.

Fertility and Rebirth: Hares are renowned for their fecundity, associating them with themes of fertility, renewal, and the cyclical nature of life. The leaping hare can mark a departure from the old and a hopeful embrace of what’s to come, aligning with the renewal of spring and the potential for fresh starts. The hare’s strong connection to life and reproduction can represent the powerful creative forces at play in nature and in human experience.

Trickster Archetype: In various cultures, the hare plays the role of a clever and mischievous trickster, often outsmarting larger, more powerful creatures. Its tricks represent immense resourcefulness, intelligence, and the ability to navigate challenges through wit and adaptability.

Challenging Authority: The trickster hare often defies expectations and social norms, hinting at the need to question authority and find unconventional solutions.

The Otherworld and Mystery: Hares are often seen as connected to the moon, magic, and the unseen realms in folklore. The Hare’s elusive nature and associations with ancient beliefs can lend a poetic sense of mystery, magic, and the spiritual to the image.

The pendant is suspended from a delicate unobtrusive silver chain, adorned with a bronze star also cut from the old ‘Thrupney bit’ 3d English coins. Both ‘off-cuts’ of the donor coins are included with the necklace. They are a beautiful addition that link the necklace to its wonderful history and ethical, green, eco-conscious origins.

Size : Approx 48 mm * 25 mm