Charm Pendants
Posted in Arts and Crafts on 02/07/2010 03:41 pm by adminCharm Pendants
The Egyptian ankh is a familiar symbol seen as ankh charms, on decorative items, on T shirts and many other places in the modern world. It is similar in appearance to the Christian cross with a loop above the bar. It’s origins are still a mystery but it’s meaning is clear. It is the Egyptian hieroglyph for ‘eternal life’ and is seen in decorative work in tombs and on household objects left in the tombs, which were either shaped in the form of an ankh or decorated with this symbol.
The Origins of the Ankh
There are many theories about it’s origins ranging from a knot used on ceremonial or religious garments, a stylised sandal strap or as a sexual symbol. The most popular theory is that it represents an elaborate bow with the lower section often being comprised of two parts which make up the tails of the bow. The ankh is carried in depictions of Egyptian gods and clearly symbolises life in these images. It is often seen being offered to a king as a symbolic ‘breath of life’ and ankhs were often symbolised as flowing in chains from water vessels symbolising it’s life giving properties. Vessels used for water containers in religious ceremonies were often made in the shape of an ankh.
A Symbol of Life
As a symbol of life it was also seen as a symbol of fertility, life in the generations to come. Another name for the ankh is the Key of the Nile and as such represents the union of Osiris and Isis which was thought to begin the annual Nile flooding, so important to the Ancient Egyptians. Many Egyptian gods were shown carrying an ankh, often in both hands crossed over the chest as seen in a statue of Osiris or an ankh in one hand and a scepter in the other as Hathor, Isis, Anibus, Sobek, Tefnut and many more are shown. The symbol also represents life in the netherworld and the dead may be referred to as ankhu and a sarcophagus as a neb-ankh.
Mirrors and many other household objects were made in the shape of an ankh and it was also the word for mirror. A gilded mirror case was found in the tomb of Tutankhamen and sistrums (a type of musical instrument) and spoons were also made in this shape.
The Use of the Ankh in the Modern World
Today the ankh is widely used as a decorative devise today from American pop culture to a symbol depicting spiritual beliefs. In the 1960′s and 1970′s it was a popular sign used by the hippies as an affirmation of life and disdain for the materialism of the times. It is associated in Gothic subculture with vampirism and has appeared in many vampire films.
Whether you wear an ankh for it’s purely decorative affect or for a deeper, spiritual meaning it is a well known and loved symbol that can be found in exquisite gold and silver jewelry, as ankh charms, earrings, necklaces or pendants.
For more information and some good deals on gold and silver ankh jewelry and charms visit Gold and Silver Charm Jewelry or Ankh Charm Jewelry
What’s the difference in a charm and a pendant?
A charm hangs from the wrist…a pendant hangs from the neck.
Technibond Flower Charm Pendant with 18″ Box Chain
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Free Ship 6pcs Red Rhinestone Heart Charms Pendants Beads Fit Bracelet 150815 $6.48 |
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7pcs Tibetan Silver Angell Charms Pendants 21.5x15mm $0.99 |
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30 Bulk Red Rhinestone Heart Charms Pendants Beads Fit Bracelet P815 $16.48 |
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150 Bronze Tone Angel Charms Pendants 29x25mm $31.99 |
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150 Bronze Tone Bird Charm Pendants 35x16mm $20.99 |
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150 Coffee Acrylic High-heel Shoe Charm Pendants 38x21x12mm $16.99 |
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Cs346 5pcs Blue Pig Lampwork Glass Pendant Big Hole Charms Beads $1.48 |
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12 Silver Tone “Girl Friends” Heart Charm Pendants $6.99 |
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150 Bronze Tone Pen Container Charm Pendants 19x13mm $21.99 |
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150 Bronze Tone Elephant Charms Pendants 25x18mm $22.99 |
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Free ship 25pcs bronze cross charm pendants $0.99 |
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8pcs Tibetan Silver Starfish Pendant European Beads Fit Charm Bracelet f334 $0.99 |
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10Pc disney red cars Charm Metal Pendant jewelry Make DIY Gift $4.20 |
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Free ship 1pcs tibetan silver charms pendant 49mm $0.99 |
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60pcs 141068 New Wholesale Peace Sign Key Vintage Bronze Charms Pendants 26x9mm $3.98 |
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MINIATURE GLASS BOTTLE with STOPPER and LOOPS – spice apothecary $5.95 Can be filled with sand, beads, glitter, herbs, etc. Bottles are 7/8″ tall not including stopper. Ideal for amulets, treasures, dioramas and miniature projects… |
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LILIES ~ Scrabble Tile Wine Glass Charms ~ Set #2 ~ PAIR & A SPARE ~ Set of 3 ~ Stemware Charms/Markers/Pendants $19.99 LILIES ~ Wine Glass Charm Collection! Set #2 includes 3 different, individual charms so you can easily identify your glass by the charm attached around the stem. Need more? Pick up two, three or more sets for your next gathering. I have many sets for you to choose from. ALL ORDERS SHIP PRIORITY USPS. ***NOTE*** I can ship (6 sets of 3) in a $6.95 – 1 lb. Priority Box so be sure to check out my … |
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RAVENS & CROWS ~ Scrabble Tile Wine Glass Charms ~ Set #2 ~ PAIR & A SPARE ~ Set of 3 ~ Stemware Charms/Markers/Pendants $39.99 RAVENS & CROWS ~ Wine Glass Charm Collection! Set #2 includes 3 different, individual charms so you can easily identify your glass by the charm attached around the stem. Need more? Pick up two, three or more sets for your next gathering. I have many sets for you to choose from. ALL ORDERS SHIP PRIORITY USPS. ***NOTE*** I can ship (6 sets of 3) in a $6.95 – 1 lb. Priority Box so be sure to check… |
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Strange Charm $9.99 Originally limited to 2,000 copies on CD when first released in 1986, this highly sought after reissue features the U.K. top 30 hits ‘I Can’t Stop’ & ‘This Is Love’. Eight tracks in all. Other six: ‘My Breathing’, ‘Un- known And Hostile’, ‘The Sleeproom’, ‘New Thing From London Town’, ‘Strange Charm’ and ‘The Need’. … |
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Strange Charm $11.99 Not to be confused with his mid-’80s studio album of the same name, this budget compilation features great studio tracks from his own Numa label albums as well as live versions of early ’80s hits. Includes ‘My Dying Machine’, ‘Call Out The Dogs’, ‘This Is Love’, ‘Your Fascination’, ‘London Times’ and more. Castle Pulse. 2006…. |
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Tubing Cutter $44.95 Holds tubes securely in place for a fast, clean and straight cut. Stop guide lets you cut many pieces the same length…. |
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Kichler Lighting 65054 3-Light Steveston Art Glass Inverted Pendant, Dore Bronze $559.99 Light Bulb:(6)60w A15 Med C Incandescent, Finish:Dore Bronze 6-Light fixture with copper-foil Tiffany shade. Includes 36′ chain… |
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Economic Slim Flat Nose Pliers $16.75 Impressive quality. Our Economic Slim Flat Nose Pliers look, feel and perform like many European made pliers and are sold elsewhere for twice as much. Our Economic Slim Flat Nose Pliers come standard with double leaf spring and plastic handle…. |
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Medical Alert ID Stainless Heart Pendant Necklace $17.99 Very Cute Stainless heart Medical Alert ID Pendant. Included is 24″ Stainless steel Chain. Medical Condition stickers Included: Diabetes,Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Type 2, Blood Thinner, Heart Patient, Bleeding disorder, Seizure Disorder,Memory Loss,Pacemaker,Organ Donor,Asthma,Penicillin Allergy,Gastric Bypass no bling ng tube,No BP/IV/IM right arm..and left arm. Want this engraved? visit medabout… |
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Kids Medical Alert ID Multi Flower Pendant Necklace $8.61 The Stainless steel Multi-Flower Pendant Includes an 18 inch stainless ball chain necklace. Pendant measures approximately one inch across and one inch from top to bottom. (About size of a quarter) Includes clear adhesive Waterproof stickers in 10 medical conditions: 2- Diabetes, 1-Peanut Allergy, 1-Asthma, 1-Seizure Disorder, 1-Food Allergy Epi Pen, 1-Drug Allergy Epi Pen, 1-Hearing Impaired, 1-C… |