The First Light Mix of Opals, Strawberry Quartz and Black Jet reminds me of sunrise over the Atlantic in the tiny fishing village where I live. A Saint Michael medal, the Madonna and the Peaceful Dove have been added to bring Hope and Healing to each new day and every minute there of....
Strawberry Quartz enhances feelings of love and compassion, while promoting harmonious relationships and natural Black Opal offers a shield of protection from negative situations. When paired with Saint Michael and the Dove of Peace they help to remind us that we are never alone on life's journey.
This is one of my favorite Madonna medals in the Whispering Goddess Collection. There is something about the imagery that touches my soul in a most unique way. Inspired by a 17th Century Spanish painting, the original medal dates back to 1906. The beads are Champagne Rose "Cathedral Beads", so called because they have endpoints that resemble the spires of the great Cathedrals of Europe.
A hand linked strand of Watermelon Tourmaline meets a French Saint Benedict Medal and a Tiny Fleur de Lis. 34" long it can be worn as a long layer or doubled short. Custom lengths available by request.
but a part of the soul that is visible to others.”
Paulo Coelho
Grace and beauty abound in this gorgeous trio of holy medals and Akoya Freshwater pearls. The new Virgo Rising medallion with Saint Michael, modeled from the original 18th century Spanish medallion, is the focal point, joined by the Lourdes Illumination medal and the Pilgrim's Cross. It's made with our new
The Virgo Rising medallion features the Madonna on one side and Saint Michael on the reverse. The Madonna is joyful as she dances with the clouds and the moon on 28 inches of Akoya Freshwater Pearls. Archangel Michael, the leader of the angelic realm, stands boldly with his Sword of Truth offering
The Lourdes Illumination Necklace features a Queen of the Rosary Medal given to Pilgrims journeying to Lourdes, France. It creates a layering piece that can easily be worn alone or with any of our longer necklaces. The medal hangs on Channel Set Clear Crystals wrapped in black gunmetal for a dramatic, yet neutral effect. The crystals add a bit of bounce and illumination, but are subdued for night or day wear.
Today marks the day when Archangel Gabriel visited the Virgin Mary to ask her if she would carry the Christ Child. It's a day that has been celebrated and memorialized across traditions for centuries.
Our Wisdom Seat and Winged Lion medals represent imagery from this holy moment. Vintage gifts from the past, similar images of the Madonna, Saint Gabriel and Saint Mark have survived many periods of civil unrest and social upheaval over the centuries Yet. they remain with us today with a continuous, unwavering assurance that
"All Will Be Well"
The Illumination Wisdom Necklace
The Illumination Wisdom Necklace is a multi-strand necklace featuring our double sided Wisdom's Seat medal with Saint Gabriel and Theotokos (the Mother of God). Theotokos is another name for the Virgin Mary, who also represents Wisdom. This is a rare and beautiful medal. It's called Wisdom's Seat because the Madonna is shown in her iconic role as the Seat of Wisdom holding her babe, the Christ Child.
Archangel Gabriel, is known as the Messenger. He works closely with mankind and is the patron saint of communication. He is also the angel of strength and protection who helps facilitate communication - especially between children, parents, teachers, family and friends. A tiny Fleur de Lis calls in the Trinity adding extra blessings.
The Lourdes Illumination Necklace features a Queen of the Rosary Medal given to Pilgrims to Lourdes, France. It's paired here with a Fleur de Lis to create a layering piece that can easily be worn alone or with any of our longer necklaces. The crystals add a bit of bounce and illumination, but are subdued for night or day wear.
As beautiful as they are graceful, the Moonglow Madonnas feature Theotokos and Our Lady of Lujan. The "Moonglow" Silver Freshwater Pearls are hand-linked with prayerful intention for the wearer. A Fleur de Lis representing the
Trinity accents the clasp and serves as a connector.
Recently, I happened up on some incredible Labradorite reminiscent of the Northern Lights. When special stones come around, it's always hard to know how long they will be available. So, I created a new Labradorite Collection featuring a few updated client favorites like the Black Madonna drop, Joan of Arc's Fierbois Sword and a new Sacred Heart Wrap with Petite Fleur de Lys integrated throughout.
Labradorite is a special stone. It lights the way for us to walk our Sacred Path because it is said to heighten intuition while reaffirming the presence of the Divine in our life. This is especially so, when it's paired with sacred symbols, talismans and holy medals to create heirloom quality jewelry that speaks to your Soul.
Ean Begg, in his book The Cult of the Black Virgin, does not provide an exact, definitive number of Black Madonnas specifically in France in a single statement, but he is often associated with the widely cited estimate that there are at least 180 Vierges Noires (Black Virgins) in southern France alone. His broader gazetteer, as noted in some analyses, covers over 500 Black Madonnas across Europe and the Americas, with France being a significant focus due to its high concentration of these figures.
The Sacred Heart Labradorite & Gunmetal Necklace / Wrap Bracelet features faceted translucent labradorite with incredible color flashes of yellow, green and blue. It is 45" long and complimented with faceted crystals set in gunmetal chain for a bit of light and romance.
Joan of Arc's "Sword of Saint Catherine" necklace features an ornate Sterling Silver Sword commemorating the sword Joan of Arc was led to by the voices of the angels and saints who led her on her life mission.
My father died 21 years ago today. I've always found it comforting to know that he went to heaven on the Feast of Saint Joseph, the Patron Saint of Fathers. Like Saint Joseph, my dad as a good man. He was kind, solid and always available for his children. During the last six months of his life he began to receive "visitors" from the other side. Daily, old friends and family members who had already passed on to Spirit, came to share their wisdom and take him for previews of Heaven. My Dad didn't have dementia, his experiences were vivid and real.
One day, about a month before he died, Dad's visitors told him when he got to Heaven "he'd be helping people all day long". This insight gave my father great comfort as he excitedly waited for his time to go. When he passed in his sleep on the 19th of March, we had great solace knowing he left us on the Feast of Saint Joseph, the Patron Saint of Fathers who he modeled so well throughout his life. In our Celtic tradition, the Saint's Day you die on is as significant as the Saint's Day you are born on. There are no coincidences.
So with my Dad and Saint Joseph in mind today, I'm introducing this rare medal below commemorating Saint Joseph and Our Lady of Guadalupe. It's recast from an 18th Century original found in a Monk's Collection. It's a larger medal, but not too big. For now it's available on our bead chain and etched cable necklaces and bracelets. Soon I will be making some Black Obsidian rosaries with it in honor of my
Dad, Saint Joseph and Our Lady of Guadalupe...what a trio!
"Perhaps we bless one another all the time, without even realizing it. When we show compassion or kindness to another, we are setting the blessing in train."
John O'Donohue - Celtic Mystic & Poet
The Celtic Triquerta Trinity Knot
is an ancient Celtic symbol dating back to the 9th Century Book of Kells. Because it has no beginning and no end, it represents unity and eternal spiritual life. Many believe this symbol represents the pillars of early Celtic Christian teachings of the Holy Trinity (God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit), while others see Maiden, Mother and Crone. Shown in Pacific Opal with our Seven Swords pendant. It's a symbol of unity and hope.
In like a lion and out like lamb, the perennial proverb that ushers in Spring every March. Our Winged Lion medallion echoes this ancient proverb, with the image of a noble lion on one side and Archangel Gabriel announcing the
promises of Spring on the other.
To celebrate Spring and the hope it brings, we have added the 28" Winged Lion Renaissance Chain Necklaces to our
Winged Lions have been associated with prosperity, power, bravery, wisdom, and royalty. They are also the symbol of Saint Mark and the city of Venice, Italy. This is a rare and beautiful medal. The original medal is from the 1940's
"Mother with the Golden Heart, mirror of tenderness, look with love upon the men and women of our time and fill them with the
joy of your presence."
Author Unknown
The Virgin of the Golden Heart, also known as the Lady of Beauraing, is said to have made apparitions to 5 young children in Beauraing, Belgium a total of 33 times from November 29 1932 - January 3, 1933. In one of the apparitions she revealed Her Golden Heart to the children and told them she is always helping to bring
Healing and Peace to the World.
The Virgin of the Golden Heart Bead Chain Drop necklace, features a beautiful art nouveau medallion with Our Lady of Beauraing - the Virgin with the Golden Heart. It's as light and etheral as She is and designed to sit over your heart.
Our Fleur de Lis Wraps in our favorite bead chain! Light and airy and designed to blend easily and seamlessly with all your Whispering Cowgirl designs.
The Virgin of the Golden Heart Drop & Wrap Available in Gold or Silver
“Light is an invitation to happiness, and that happiness, when it's done right, is a kind of holiness, palpable and redemptive.”
Mary Oliver
Peridot is known as the Night Emerald because of it's tendency to shine light even indarkness. Affectionately known as the Stone of Compassion, it is believed to bring good health, restful sleep and peace to relationships by bringing delight and good cheer. Peridot has been long considered a powerful aid to repairing and maintaining friendships. It has also been used to protect from the evil eye.
“One of the most calming and powerful actions you can do to intervene in a stormy world is to stand up and show your soul. Struggling souls catch light from other souls who are fully lit and willing to show it."
Clarissa Pinkola Estes
The Sacred Heart Shield Eternity Link Necklace features a very cool Sacred Heart Shield. The Eternity Link Chain features etched links with a decorative hook clasp that allows for this necklace to be worn in limitless ways.
The Fleur de Lis Cross Wrap Necklace features faceted Peridot Crystals and is 39" long and can be worn day or night. Pair it with just about any of our necklaces. This wrap can be worn as a long necklace, double wrapped or as wrap bracelet.
The new Fleur de Lis Cascade Chain Necklace is made with a cascade of Fleur de Lys. As shown it is 15.5 inch choker but it can be ordered in a variety of lengths.
The Cathedral Sacred Heart Cross Rosary is made of Black Jet Bohemian Crystals with Gold Tips It is a rosary inspired necklace with gold Fleur de Lis pater beads. It is 34" inches long and comes with a 4" complimentary enhancer that allows the necklace to be adjusted and doubled to create a variety of looks. This is a timeless necklace that can be worn throughout the seasons.
The Pilgrims Cross is also known as the Jerusalem Cross. It is a heraldic cross and dates back to the 1280 or earlier. There are variants to the design, with either the four crosslets also in the form of Crosses Potent, or conversely with the central cross, also in the form of a plain Greek cross. The meaning of the Pilgrim's Cross is rich with mystery and legend dating back to the times of the Knights Templar.
The Black Jet Cathedral Wrap Necklace/Bracelet is a 39" strand of Black Jet & Gold Bohemian Cathedral beads. This wrap can be worn as a long necklace, double wrapped or as wrap bracelet. The black jet beads have gold tipped spires
Turquoise holds significant spiritual meaning across various cultures and traditions. It is heralded as a stone of communication, balance, joy and protection. It encourages enthusiasm, thus inspiring new projects and bringing to light undiscovered artistic abilities. Turquoise also provides understanding and encourages attention to detail while attracting prosperity and success.
The Pilgrims Cross is also known as the Jerusalem Cross. It is a heraldic cross and dates back to the 1280 or earlier. There are variants to the design, with either the four crosslets also in the form of Crosses Potent, or conversely with the central cross, also in the form of a plain Greek cross. The meaning of the Pilgrim's Cross is rich with mystery and legend dating back to the times of the Knights Templar.
The Sacred Heart Shield Eternity Link Necklace is made of gold vermeil over Sterling Silver and features features etched links with a decorative hook clasp that allows for this necklace to be worn in limitless ways. Available in a variety of lengths, the one pictured is 34 inches long and shown doubled. This is a timeless necklace that can be worn throughout the seasons.
The Fleur de Lis Cross Wrap Necklace features 39" of Faceted Turquoise that can be be worn day or night. Pair it with any of our other Turquoise or Gold Chain Layers. This wrap can be worn as a long necklace, double wrapped or as wrap bracelet.
The Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, celebrated on February 11th, honors the Marian apparitions witnessed by Bernadette Soubirous in 1858 in Lourdes, France, where the Virgin Mary appeared to her 18 times. This feast day is significant because it not only commemorates these miraculous events but also emphasizes themes of healing and faith.
The site of the apparitions at Lourdes, France has since become a renowned pilgrimage destination, particularly known for the healing waters of the spring that emerged during the apparitions. Today's feast serves as a reminder of Mary's intercessory role in the lives of believers from all faiths, encouraging devotion, & prayer for those who are sick.
Our Lourdes Medals are recast from original vintage holy medals
The Lourdes Illumination Medal was given to Pilgrims to Lourdes as a memento of their journey. It features an M for Mary surrounded by 12 Stars on the front and an image of Mary, Queen of the Rosary, on the back. It's paired here with faceted labradorite, a gunmetal channel set crystal chain with a Tiny Fleur de Lis.
The Lourdes medal is a symbol of peace, wisdom and guidance expressing the loving protection of the Divine Mother in all Her faces and her forms. It serves as a reminder that Her intercession on our behalf for Miracles is only an ask and a prayer away.
The Lourdes Illumination Medal and a Tiny Fleur de Lis hang from three strands of Freshwater Pearls 0n this beautiful tribute to Our Lady of Lourdes. It's paired here with a decorative clasp to create a bracelet that is light and easy to wear, yet elegant and worthy of the Queen of Heaven.
Our Lady of Lourdes Medal graces the front of the this pilgrimage medal, while the back shows shows St. Bernadette speaking with Our Lady in the Grotto. Designed as "everyday" wear to keep the Special Graces promised by Our Lady close at hand.
