ITEM No. 41

Golden sunburst and swallow statement earrings shine with purple amethysts, hand-painted turquoise enamel and creamy glass pearls. One swallow gazes out from an emerald crystal eye and the other from a ruby crystal eye. Overall: 3" x 1.5"; swallow: 2" x 1.5"; sunburst: 1" diameter. Post backs for pierced ears. Sunbursts (Originally a pair of scatter pins) Unknown Maker, 1950s Swallows (Originally a pair of brooches) Coro Pegasus, 1948 Providence, Rhode Island Meaning + Symbolism Amethyst is held in high regard in spiritual circles. The stone can help you apply your intellectual powers in challenging situations and think more clearly to make better choices. This purple gem is also thought to have wonderful, positive effects of creativity and imaginative powers by enhancing intuition. It empowers its bearers to embrace new ideas and to put their thoughts into action. Amethyst is the February birthstone and 6th wedding anniversary gemstone. In Chinese culture, the swallow represents feminine dignity + loveliness. A pair of mated swallows represent devotion and marital tenderness. German folklore talks of the swallow as Mary’s Bird, alluding to the Sacred Feminine. The swallow presages a time of communion with the Female Force of the universe. Tap into whatever vibrations you most need, including unconditional love, compassion, authenticity and inspiration.