Pendants with zodiac signs are not uncommon, they can be bought at any jewelry store or asked to make to order. In addition to traditional symbols, each sign has its own symbols and talismans, which can also serve as an amulet and a powerful amulet that protects its owner.
Features and varieties
No matter how obvious it may sound, the peculiarity of such a pendant is that the pendant must correspond to the zodiac sign of its owner.
This can be an image of a sign in the form in which it is presented in the Horoscope, or the constellation itself. The latter are now especially popular, they can be cast from metal or engraved on a metal plate. At the same time, precious stones or crystals can play the role of stars in the Constellation.
Modern pendants are presented in different interpretations.:
- From metals without inserts;
- Of metals with inserts of stones and gems;
- Of rimless stones;
- From plastic and glass;
- Made of wood.
The shapes of pendants are also diverse.
It can be a plate of any shape made of metal and decorated with the image of your sign. The drawing is applied using the technique of counter-relief, bas-relief, laser cutting, diamond cutting, blackening, laser engraving.
Men wear such pendants exclusively on their neck.
Female models are often placed on the arm, and some girls hang it on a bracelet that adorns the ankle. Of course, such an ornament will look great in the summer, combined with open sandals.
Materials
Gold
There are gold pendants for every taste. Modest and concise are acceptable, and large and chic, of several types of gold, decorated with precious stones, will cost a lot.
Handmade jewelry is especially appreciated. If you decide to order an exclusive pendant with the symbols of your sign, be prepared to lay out a large bag.
Most often, yellow gold is found, white is also popular - it is more effective and more expensive. Less common is pink and red, which is obtained by adding copper to the alloy.
Silver
There are several types of silver; pure, oxidized (jewelry made using the blackening technique) and rhodium are found. The latter is especially popular because rhodium treatment makes it light and shiny, similar to white gold. The layman is unlikely to be able to distinguish these two metals visually, and the difference in their price is significant.
Made of stone
Precious and semiprecious stones, gems - they have always been popular. The stones are eternal, they were before us and will remain after, and each stone also has a special energy.
Pendants made of natural stones look very impressive, they are much more interesting than jewelry made of metals. When creating jewelry, the tumbling technique is used - this is a high-tech process for processing the surface of a stone.
Recommendations for each character
A pendant with the image of your sign is an obvious talisman, the choice of which does not require special knowledge. It is enough to come to the store, knowing the date of your birth, and choose the jewelry you need.
However, each sign has other symbols, suitable metals, stones, colors. Let's get to know them in more detail.
Aries
A fiery sign, which is ideal for jewelry that touches the theme of flame. For example, from gold or from another material the color of fire.
A square is considered an ideal shape, so you can buy a pendant of this shape. Since the patron of this sign is Mars, any symbolism related to military subjects - armor or weapons - is suitable for you.
As for precious stones, this sign is advised to choose jewelry with red rubies or garnets, opal or agate framed in gold will do.
calf
The element of this sign is Earth, therefore, it needs a reliable, stable symbol. An ideal decoration would be a pendant with a picture of a bull. It can be made of any material except ivory.
The patron of the sign is Venus, so any mascots with a feminine theme are suitable for them. At the same time, red is best avoided.
The ideal solution would be green emeralds, framed by any metal you like, especially copper.
Twins
The element of the sign is Air, its talismans are light and airy. For example, jewelry in gray, blue or purple. Astrologers combine to choose blue topazes that retain strength and increase libido.
The patron of the sign is Mercury, the god of cunning, so for them a pendant in the form of a mask will be a great amulet.
Beware of the green color, which does not bode well.
Cancer
Watermark, its symbolism - images of cancer or crab. The color scheme is white, silver, pale blue, blue.
This is not surprising, because the patron of the sign is the Moon. Therefore, girls should pay special attention to the delicate and sensual jewelry made of silver. They can be supplemented with agate, rose quartz, hematite and, of course, moonstone.
a lion
The fiery sign of the zodiac, which fits the pendant, demonstrating its strength and vitality. Lions love everything elegant, valuable, they do not accept cheap trinkets.
As a pendant, you can use any antique thing - an ancient coin or a vintage jewelry strewn with stones. It is excellent if a strong animal is depicted on it - the lion itself or the eagle, which symbolize power.
Its main colors that bring good luck are red and gold, but cold water should be avoided.
Lion stone is a diamond, citrines or tourmalines are also suitable. Particular attention should be paid to rubies, which take away all the negative energy of this sign.
Virgo
This sign is under the auspices of the Earth, it is calm and reasonable.
For virgins a pendant with an image of an owl is suitable, it is desirable that it be made of the material that is directly related to the element of the sign. It can be wood, clay, stones. The patron of the sign is Mercury, so the cool color scheme is ideal for them.
Chrysolite will protect them from rash actions, and jasper, garnet, and malachite will also suit them.
Libra
The representative of the elements Air, who loves beautiful and unusual things. They don’t care about the cost of decoration, if they like it, it can become their talisman.
Suitable colors are green and azure. The patroness of this sign is Venus. Pendants made of silver are perfect. Symbolically, if they are made in the form of scales.
The pendant can be inlaid with lapis lazuli, which will help the sign to remain optimistic, and opal will help to achieve spiritual perfection.
Scorpio
The sign is protected by the Water element, therefore, decorations with such themes will suit them. In addition to the scorpion itself, it can be a pendant in the shape of a frog or a turtle.
The only color that completely suits them is red, so it is not surprising that their stone is pomegranate. He will become a source of excellent mood for Scorpio, will help to always maintain self-control. The diamond will protect from the envy and hatred of others.
Sagittarius
The representative of the Fiery element, his ideal talismans are the scarab beetle and the Phoenix - a bird that can regenerate from the ashes.
This sign is often depicted as centaurs, so everything related to equestrian themes suits them: except for the horse itself, it can be a horseshoe or part of a horse harness.
Choose a blue color and all its shades. For example, blue turquoise, which will go well with white gold.
Capricorn
The element of this sign is Earth, the patron of the sign is Saturn. The symbol is a creature with the head and body of a goat and the tail of a fish. Therefore, a pendant with the image of a newt or a dolphin is ideal for them. If you want to achieve career heights, pay attention to the pendant in the form of a ladder.
You can also wear an antique pendant or an antique coin as a talisman. A dark color scheme suits them - blue, black, or diametrically opposite white.
Onyx will help protect yourself from bad thoughts and strengthen mental health. Pendants are also suitable with other stones, which must be opaque.
Aquarius
Air belongs to the elements, its patron is Uranus. This is a restrained and spiritualized sign, its symbol is an angel, a bird in flight, an airplane or other aircraft that has wings, and, in fact, the wings themselves (angel or birds).
The blue-green color scheme is ideal for them, and the Aquarius stone is blue sapphire, which will give them self-confidence, especially in the frame of gold. Lapis lazuli and aventurine are also suitable.
Fishes
The last sign in the zodiac, a representative of the Water element. The planet of the sign is Neptune, and the symbol is two fish connected by tails to each other. At the same time, they strive in different directions, which symbolizes life and death, the struggle of the soul and body, depression and freedom of expression.
Fish fit pendants reminiscent of their elements - fish, shells, turtles, waves, water lilies. The color scheme is also marine - blue, green, turquoise.
None of the metals is suitable for this sign, but they are the only ones who can wear jewelry with pearls. They are also ideally suited for amethyst and emerald.
Selection tips
- Try to choose pendants from materials that match your sign. Some should avoid certain metals or stones, the same applies to the color scheme.
- Even if you buy a pendant with artificial crystals, it is advisable that they be of a color suitable for your sign.
- Consider where you are going to wear the pendant. The decoration on the neck can be of any size, if this does not contradict the working dress code.
- The arm pendant, which is usually hung on the bracelet, should be small in size, light and, preferably, streamlined. Otherwise, the jewelry will cause you discomfort in the sock.