Wonders of the Sea e01

Size: Approximately 4" (coral = approximately 2.75")
Materials: Red corals (dyed), Fresh water

I combined these powerful and precious bounties of the sea to show my appreciation of the riches from Nature. I appreciate not only the beauty of the materials, but also what they have come to mean over time.

Coral represents diplomacy and is said to quiet the emotions and brings peace within. Red Coral helps one to be in harmony with the natural forces of the universe and with the wilderness.
Pearls have been recognized throughout history for its healing power. Pearls have been called 'teardrops of the moon' because in some early cultures, they believe pearls were born when single drops of rain fell from the heavens and became the heart of the oyster. Others believe that pearls were formed by the passage of angels through the clouds of heaven. Over time, the pearl has become the symbol of purity and innocence.