Ursa

The Bear Constellation

£105.00

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In Central America, the Mayans and the Aztecs prized Jade and used it for medicinal purposes, jewellery, ornaments and religious artifacts. A symbol of serenity and purity, Jade is a nourishing stone that symbolises prosperity, success, and good luck.

This noble metal is believed to enhance mental well-being and have anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefits. Cleopatra famously wore a gold mask to maintain radiant skin, believing it had rejuvenating effects. Divinity, enlightenment and higher consciousness add to the natural beauty of this element.

Ursa Major, known as the Great Bear, is steeped in Greek mythology and culture where it is associated with the story of Callisto and her son Arcas.

Zeus, the king of the gods, fell in love with Callisto, a beautiful nymph and companion of the goddess Artemis and seduced her while disguised as Artemis. When Artemis discovered Callisto's pregnancy, she was enraged and transformed Callisto into a bear.

Years later, Callisto's son, Arcas, unknowingly encountered her in her bear form while hunting. As he prepared to kill her, Zeus intervened to prevent the tragedy. He transformed both Callisto and Arcas into constellations, placing them in the sky as Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, respectively. This myth symbolizes the bond between mother and son, as they remain close to each other in the night sky.

Midnight Blue - represents the deep night sky where the bears roam eternally, evoking mystery, cosmic depth, and divine placement.

Gold - associated with divine favour and celestial royalty, Zeus’s act of placing them among the stars elevates their status.

Product Info

Whilst all care is taken to accurately capture the true colors of the minerals, variations may occur in the delivered product.

The majority of the products are made using 2mm diameter beads, unless otherwise stated.

Base metals are 925 silver and gold-filled beads. Minerals are as described.

All products are made to fit a wrist size of approximately 16 - 21 cm. Larger sizes can be custom made on request and are subject to material availability.

Product care

All of our products are made from naturally occurring minerals which are susceptible to the elements and to the effects of chemicals.

Color change can also occur to the minerals from prolonged exposure to sunlight.

Due to their varying levels of porosity, we recommend that you avoid contact with chemicals and bleaching agents such as chlorine from swimming pools, suntan creams or other similar types of products.