Red Earth — Ruby, Citrine and the Serpent
The best jewelry for autumn comes from the ground the season is named for: warm gold, the honey yellow of citrine, the deep red of ruby. These are the colors...
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What Does an Eight-Pointed Star Mean?
An eight-pointed star is one of the oldest symbols of guidance and rebirth. In ancient Mesopotamia it marked Venus, the morning and evening star. In Orthodox icons, eight-pointed stars mark...
November | Citrine and Topaz
November has two birthstones: citrine and topaz. Both come in warm golden shades, and both have long been tied to warmth, clarity and good fortune. Citrine is the more affordable...
The Greek Evil Eye (Mati): Meaning and How to Wear It
The evil eye, called mati in Greek, is a protective amulet against envy. The belief is that an admiring or jealous look can bring bad luck; the painted eye stares...
Medusa and the Serpent: What a Snake Ring Means
A snake ring symbolizes rebirth, healing and protection. The serpent sheds its skin and returns whole, so the Greeks linked it to renewal and to Asclepius, god of medicine. Medusa,...
Greek Mythology Jewelry, and the Gods Behind the Names
Greek mythology jewelry borrows from a short list of gods, places and symbols that the ancient Greeks themselves wore, carved and offered at temples. Each one carried a meaning: protection,...