Crafted of fine sterling silver, this 5 pointed pentacle pendant presents an outer border encircling the first circle, with fine delicate lines. 1 1/4" Marked Sterling with an additional unknown hallmark.
The meaning of the pentacle varies depending on its context and the specific beliefs of the wearer, but it is often associated with the following concepts:
Five Elements: In modern paganism, including Wicca, the five points of the star represent the five elements: Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. The topmost point symbolizes the spirit's dominion over the four physical elements, while the circle represents the interconnectedness of all things, eternity, and a protective boundary.
Protection: Historically, the pentacle has been used as a protective symbol to ward off evil and create a protective barrier. This association dates back to ancient times and was even adopted in some Christian traditions during the Middle Ages to represent the five wounds of Christ.
Harmony and Unity: The symbol embodies harmony, health, and the unity of disparate parts into a whole. The ancient Greeks associated it with the golden ratio, which they considered a symbol of divine harmony in nature.