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The Principle of Correspondence

Moon gazing necklace – handcrafted, hand carved and recycled silver 1840’s Florin coin.

The luminaries and heavenly bodies are of great interest and as intangible extraordinary visibles they are of course inspiration to the curious minded.  Enjoying these wonders in life with another is defo a special connection.  The first step in creating this piece is to prepare the surface of the coin.  This is done by removing all existing details on the front whilst leaving the evident history on the reverse.  The entire design is hand carved and engraved into the surface of the silver coin.  This is a super time consuming and exact process but one which I enjoy immensely.  The finished  result is quite unique. What more could you ask for really? – To be engraved with a small personal inscription of initials the reverse? well okay, I’ll take pleasure in doing that for you too.

The image of the moon-gazing hare resonates deeply within the collective unconscious, making it a powerful and versatile symbol for to explore a wide array of human emotions and experiences. For me the moon gazing hare creates an atmosphere of mystery, enchantment, or spiritual contemplation. Symbolizing hope, new beginnings, and the potential for transformation. Whilst conveying a sense of peace, stillness, and a moment of quiet reflection under the night sky.

Connection to the Divine and the Feminine: Hares, particularly those gazing at the moon, are strongly associated with lunar goddesses and the divine feminine in many ancient traditions. The moon itself is often a symbol of feminine energy, intuition, and the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. A moon-gazing hare in poetry can evoke a sense of connection to these powerful forces, the mystical, and a reverence for nature’s mysteries.

Fertility, Rebirth, and New Beginnings: Hares are known for their prolific breeding, making them potent symbols of fertility, abundance, and the regenerative power of life. Coupled with the moon’s cyclical nature and its link to new beginnings, the moon-gazing hare can represent the promise of growth, renewal, and the emergence of fresh opportunities.

Intuition, Dreams, and the Unconscious: Hares are often considered creatures of the night, a time associated with dreams, the subconscious, and heightened intuition. The act of gazing at the moon can symbolize a contemplative state, a deep connection to inner knowing, and a receptiveness to the intuitive whispers of the universe

Transformation and the Cycle of Life: The moon’s phases represent the ongoing cycles of change and transformation. The hare, with its swiftness and sometimes elusive nature, also embodies transformation and the journey of life. The image of a moon-gazing hare can evoke these themes, portraying a moment of introspection and reflection within the larger dance of existence

Good Fortune and Abundance: In some pagan traditions, encountering a moon-gazing hare was believed to bring good fortune and prosperity. This positive association can be woven into poetry to convey blessings, hope, and the promise of a bountiful future.

Handmade and recycled in Cambridge.

Size : Approx 29mm