Plum Blossom + Lucky Cat
Plum Blossom + Lucky Cat
Glass pale pink plum blossom with ceramic white lucky cat and golden yellow tassel, on 18k gold plated hardware and 24k gold plated studs.
Choice of lucky cat with red scroll or lucky cat with black scroll.
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Some symbolism:
Plum blossoms signify the end of winter, and are a symbol of hope, resilience, perseverance, and courage - as well as beauty’s ability to survive through adversity (such as a harsh winter). Additionally, plum blossom carries the meaning of prosperity, fruitfulness, beauty, purity, and good luck.
The lucky cat, or maneki-neko in Japanese, is often placed in a home or business to bring good luck and harmony. In China, cats were valued to be able to keep pests at bay, so having a cat around the house brought good fortune. The traditional white lucky cat is said to purify the energy in your home or business, creating a peaceful and harmonious environment. It can also be used in the home for those who want to signify a fresh start or new beginning.
In Japan, the lucky white cat is often depicted holding a coin in its left paw, representing wealth, and a traditional Japanese bell in its right paw, symbolizing good luck. This combination of symbols makes the lucky white cat a powerful talisman for wealth and good luck.
In feng shui - the southwest corner of your home or business is believed to be the most auspicious, an ideal place to place a lucky cat.
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 !
