Dragon + Pearl
Dragon + Pearl
18k gold-plated dragon and freshwater pearl on 18k gold-plated hardware and huggies.
Dragon and pearl can be removed from the huggie hoops to interchange with other charms, or to wear the huggies on their own!
I hope that when you wear these, the pearl will attract good fortune and prosperity, and the dragon will give you the confidence and strength to take on any challenges that come your way.
This combination of dragon and freshwater pearl is uniquely special, coming from Chinese legend and folklore -
“…pearls are often associated with the dragon, a symbol of power and good fortune. According to legends, dragons would bring pearls to the surface of rivers and lakes, and those who were lucky enough to find them were believed to be blessed with opulence.”
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Some symbolism:
In Chinese culture, pearls symbolize wealth, prosperity, wisdom, and good luck. They are believed to have the power to attract good fortune, and their spherical shape is seen as a representation of perfection and completeness. Additionally, pearls are associated with femininity, purity, and innocence. The Chinese word for pearl, “zhēn zhū,” (珍珠) sounds similar to the word for “precious,” and are highly valued for their symbolic meaning.
Golden dragons in Chinese symbolism represent wealth, prosperity, strength, power, and harvest. Dragons are a powerful and important symbol in Chinese culture and legends. Emperors in Imperial China used dragons as symbols of their power and authority.
In Chinese legends, Dragon Kings were rulers of weather and water. In pre-modern times, when many livelihoods depended on agriculture, temples and shrines were built to worship the Dragon King, to seek their blessing for good weather, and offered sacrifices to appease them to prevent flood or drought.
This Year of the Dragon (2024) is meant to bring on opportunities, change, and challenges - especially if you are looking for a change, or shift in your life. This year may be the year to do it!
Gold-plated jewelry care:
To prolong the shine and longevity of your gold-plated jewelry, it’s recommended to avoid wearing when swimming (salt or chlorine water), showering, and sweating.
Cleaning your jewelry with a soft lint-free cloth every few months or once a year can help to keep its shine. (Note* Do not use a jewelry polishing cloth - these types of cloths are usually treated with a polishing agent and it can strip the gold plating, however, I highly recommend it if you have tarnishing 925 sterling silver jewelry!)
Warm water and dish soap can also be used to clean your gold-plated jewelry. Avoid anti-bacterial soaps.
Additionally, if you wear the jewelry regularly, your body oils actually help to keep the metal from tarnishing (this goes for sterling silver jewelry as well).
If you wear make up and perfume, try to apply this before putting your jewelry on - have your gold-plated jewelry be the last thing you put on before you leave, and the first thing you take off when you get home. The chemicals in perfumes and colognes can cause a reaction similar to oxidation and can potentially turn the gold plating black!
This information came from a helpful resource I found here !
