Gold Cancer • Endless Hoop Charm Earring
The fourth astrological sign in the Zodiac, the constellation of Cancer derives its name from the Latin for “Crab”. Relatively small among the constellations, Cancer lies between Gemini to the west and Leo to the east. Among stargazers, it is best known as the home of Praesepe, a “beehive cluster” at the center of the constellation, which is the nearest open cluster to our solar system.
Greek and Roman tales are legendary of the battles between Hera and Heracles. Heracles was sent to fight the many headed Hydra that defended Hera. During that battle Hera, sent a Crab from the swamp to snap at Heracles' toes during the battle. Both were defeated and to honor the Hydra and the Crab for their valiant efforts, Hera placed them as constellations in the night sky. As the sun enters Cancer, the head of the Hydra constellation can be seen. Stories of the two constellations appear together even earlier in Babylonian tales of Bashmu, "The Venomous Snake" and Alluttu, the Crawdad.
Offered here as a classic BREVARD coin endless hoop charm earring in 18k gold.
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Cancer : June 21st - July 22nd
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18k Gold Charm floats on a 14k Gold Endless Hoop
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Earring is approximately 1" in length (including hoop)
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Hand-crafted in Los Angeles, California
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Designed to mix or match. How will you wear yours?
Always remember to put your jewelry on last when getting dressed. AFTER cosmetics, perfume, hairspray, lotions, or other chemical substances that could be corrosive to the metal or stones. Gently wipe your jewelry with a soft cotton cloth before storage.
For sterling silver or 18k gold, a few drops of a mild PH neutral soap with water and a soft cotton cloth. Dry thoroughly before storing. A light sweep with a polishing cloth on the high surfaces while allowing the dark to remain in the crevices will highlight the design's details. Avoid using abrasive cleaning materials as they can damage the metal, finish, and stones.
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Bead pieces should always be dried flat, never hung.
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We do not use cadmium or zinc in our any of our gold, sterling, or solder. All of our earring designs incorporate a 14k gold hoop or post back with butterfly clutch. And our 18k white gold is nickel free. This should cover most common metal allergies, if something different is needed, please contact the studio we are happy to discuss recommendations.
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