Brief Summary…

• Recycled silver Victorian shilling
• Hand carved and engraved wee hedgehogs
• Hand cut from the shilling with traditional jewellers piercing saw.
• Optional engraving of special on initials on reverse.
• Hairy Growler sterling silver ear posts and backs
• Size :  16mm * 14mm
• Symbolism : interconnectedness of all life and nature.  Spiritual growth. Love
• Handcrafted & Recycled in Cambridge
• made with Love

A little more detail…

Handmade Hedgehog earrings.  I have used a lovely 100 year old silver shilling as the raw material.   These stud type fitting earrings are sweet, lovely, unique, everyday wearable.  I have freehand sketched the little hedgehogs on to the silver shilling coin. I then carefully hand engrave the inticate details! I then chop them out with my favourite little jewellers saw.

Each pair is completely unique, contemporary, ethical and beautiful. They are presented complete with the sterling silver ‘off-cut’ which beautifully demonstrate the origins of the hedgehogs and connect them to their interesting, recycled material history. Sizes : Approx 10mm * 6mm

The hedgehog often represents gentle strength, self-protection, resourcefulness, and introspection. Its quills, while seemingly defensive, symbolize the ability to set healthy boundaries and protect one’s emotional well-being. Hedgehogs also embody resourcefulness and adaptability, encouraging individuals to tap into their inner resources and find comfort in simplicity. Their nocturnal nature can symbolize introspection and self-discovery.

Gentle Strength and Resilience:Hedgehogs demonstrate that true power can be found in quiet resilience, not just in overt displays of force.

Self-Protection and Boundaries:The hedgehog’s quills are a symbol of self-protection, encouraging the setting of healthy boundaries and the ability to safeguard one’s emotional well-being without aggression.

Resourcefulness and Adaptability:Hedgehogs are known for their ability to find food and create comfortable nests, symbolizing the ability to adapt and make the most of what is available.

Introspection and Self-Discovery:Their nocturnal nature is linked to introspection and exploring the hidden depths of the subconscious.

Guidance and Wisdom:In some folklore, hedgehogs act as animal guides, offering wisdom and guidance.

Rebirth and Renewal:In ancient Egypt, the hedgehog’s hibernation was associated with rebirth and reincarnation.

Protection in the Spiritual Realm:Hedgehogs are seen as symbols of protection, both physical and spiritual, reminding us to safeguard our well-being.

Overcoming Challenges:The hedgehog can also represent the journey of overcoming challenges and finding one’s true purpose.

“The Hedgehog and the Fox”:This concept, popularized by Isaiah Berlin, contrasts the hedgehog, who knows one big thing, with the fox, who knows many things. This can be applied to different approaches to knowledge and problem-solving.