Turtle pendant

Bronze pendant in the shape of a turtle's shell. In a lot of (especially) eastern traditions, the turtle holds very significant symbolism.  In Chinese culture, the Turtle is one of the Four Auspicious Animals, next to Phoenix, Dragon and Tiger. They are seen as the deities and/or guardians of the four cardinal directions. The Turtle being the guardian of the North.

The appearance of the pattern on the shell of the turtle, with its very specific division in parts, is in Chinese culture associated with the magical Lo Shu square. Legend has it that 4000 years ago, a divine turtle swam out of the waters of the Lo River, on the shell of which a pattern of dots was depicted, which gave the key to the location of the Bagua numbers.

The turtle is associated with a lot of important qualities and dynamics. To name only a few;

• It represents knowledge and wisdom of both heaven (its dome-shaped shell) and earth (its flat body), prosperity, perseverance and longevity.
• The presence of a turtle saves people from delusions. It is believed that the knocking of the turtle's claws on the stones scares away evil spirits.
• Connecting with the spirit of the Turtle can aid in career growth, promotion and financial stability.

These turtle pendants are very nicely decorated on both the top and the bottom side. This too has a special meaning; The convex, upper part of the shell with its sometimes very bright pattern symbolizes yang, masculine energy rising to the sky. The convex, lower part is associated with the yin, feminine energy which supports and protects.

These pendants are made from bronze and come to us via our friends at Shaman Bazar. 
Size; approximately 28 millimeters long and 20 millimeters wide. Weight: approximately 15 grams. They can be hung on a simple cord or necklace for use as a personal amulet or of course be attached to your ritual clothing or attributes.

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