{"title":"B R A C E L E T S","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-grief-snake","title":"The Grief Snake","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bangle was originally part of our 'Shadows in Wonderland' Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOn the cusp of the Winter Solstice and Capricorn season, during which from where I am writing to you, the days will soon become shorter and we will be plunged into longer nights as Persephone deepens her descent into the Underworld and the natural world recedes with her; we offer a new talismanic object, The Grief Snake bangle. Akin to our much beloved Grief Moth which can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/collections\/grief-moths-chapter-ii\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e, this snake was born \u0026amp; grown wholly in our imagination, dreams and hearts rather than life cast from natural history. Like its winged kin, its body and head are freckled throughout with tear shaped scales while its belly has subtle, smooth stripped detailing. Unlike the endless, repetitious cycle that the Ouroboros represents, the head of our snake rests gently on its tail rather than devouring it, suggesting a definitive end\/beginning to things\/feelings\/emotional seasons, acting, if one wishes, as a kind of bookmark in time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt was designed with being a symbolic balm to grief in mind: a personal grief carrier to help \"carry the burden\" of intense emotions you may have accrued during this strange, horrifying and transformative year. Or perhaps it can be your anchor, something to literally hold on to and that literally holds on to you, as you navigate the rough seas of past memories that may appear suddenly like a lightning storm. It may also symbolically help assist you unravel the unwanted emotions \/ thought patterns needing to be shed- much like the snake brings with it the symbol of transformation- as it regularly sheds its old skin in its entirety as it grows, expanding after each shed, becoming, in a sense, fresh with potential and possibility. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bangle can also be used as a piece of 'sentimental' jewelry to mark the passing of a loved one as a piece of modern mourning jewelry \u003cspan\u003e(Snakes were sometimes included in Victorian Mourning motifs.)\u003c\/span\u003e- as it was designed with this intention in mind as well-the tears symbolizing the snake sharing your sorrow in an eternal way, cast forever in metal-even as you may be able to move on to other emotions during the complex and long dance with grief, this jewel will remain a touchstone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAdditionally, remarkably detailed and tactile, the body of each snake was designed to be touched, spun and rubbed during moments of reverie or intense emotion for a calming experience if you’re  so inclined to somatic soothing techniques. (I've personally been wearing mine non-stop since slipping it on, comfortably sleeping, bathing, and working while wearing it, unwilling to part from it. ) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLastly, snakes and snake magic\/medicine have meant a lot to me for a long time, but lately I've been thinking of their connection to Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of medicine. He is usually depicted with a rod on which a snake is twinned around it; symbolizing the secret knowledge of the healing arts and resurrection (Medical practitioners still use this image as their symbol.) His healing temples were known as  Asclepieia or Asklepieia-to which people seeking to be healed would pilgrimage to. Once there, these pilgrims would stay a night or two to under go 'dream incubation'  in a sacred part of the temple, most likely under the effect of hallucinogens (poisonous plants perhaps?) during which they would be visited by the god Asclepius in the form of a snake, and either told what would cure them (which they could then have prescribed and administered on hand at the temple ) or healed in the dream space. Non-venmous snakes were often known to be free roaming in these temples and would 'whisper' cures and heal those who came to the temples, further aligning the healing nature of the snake, counter balancing its poisonous and deadly attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDETAILS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e-Available in five sizes, size is measured by interior circumference of bangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e-Hand cast in sterling silver, and hand oxidized in our favorite shade of gloomy gray before being hand finished to reveal highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e-Each part of the process is handmade, right here in Philadelphia, utilizing a local, family own casting company in the same zip code as our studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-**A note about size** We have found that the most common size ordered is the 8\" version, but please measure before purchasing as these bangles *can not* be resized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Having a friend help you, use a soft tape measure to measure your hand's circumference. Make sure the base of your pinky and thumb are tucked together as if they are trying to touch then tightly measure around the largest part of your hand. If a soft tape measure is not available to you, use a string and then measure string against a ruler. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Please inquire if you need any additional sizing help. We are happy to accommodate you. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e***IMPORTANT***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis jewel is handmade to order, just for you, with care and focus. Please allow approximately 6-8 weeks for creation before shipping.  \u003c\/span\u003e              \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVisit the Policy Page to make an educated and informed purchase \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/pages\/policy\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you have further questions, we are always here to serve you in a kind and timely manner: via bloodmilkjewels@gmail.com\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blood Milk Jewels","offers":[{"title":"7","offer_id":33239591321677,"sku":"","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7.5","offer_id":33239591354445,"sku":"","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":33239591387213,"sku":"","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5","offer_id":33239591419981,"sku":"","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9","offer_id":33239591452749,"sku":"","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/products\/bm_product_55_2199_ef.jpg?v=1608313868"},{"product_id":"battle-witch-wood-bracelet","title":"Battle-Witch Wood Bracelet.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Battle-Witch Wood Bracelet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*Details* :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 7 or 8 inches in interior circumference (including clasp)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Length is approximate within a 1\/4 of an inch based bar links and jump rings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Jess is wearing the 7 inch version\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Woven branches, oversized chain and clasp, as well as all jump rings are solid sterling silver: oxidized to achieve a stormy gray and hand polished to reveal the luminous silver tones beneath  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- For comfort, durability, and longevity, we have created this bracelet with the oversized version of our sterling silver signature bar link chain. The clasp has also been updated to match the strength of the chain. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Last photo seen with the The Alder Twig Nesting Band and The Alder Tree Band.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***IMPORTANT***\u003c\/strong\u003e               \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Policy Page to make an educated and informed purchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/pages\/policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis jewel is handmade to order, just for you, with care and focus. Please allow approximately 6 - 8 weeks for creation before shipping.    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have further questions, we are always here to serve you in a kind and timely manner: via info@bloodmilkjewels.com\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blood Milk Jewels","offers":[{"title":"7 inch","offer_id":47232008061177,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch","offer_id":47295015715065,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/files\/bm_product_182_0361_ef.jpg?v=1769184695"},{"product_id":"bleeding-heart-garnet-bracelet","title":"The Blood of Spring. Bleeding Hearts Garnet Charm Bracelet.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This jewel is limited and we are unsure if they'll be available again in the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e We recommend Express Shipping with signature required upon delivery to best ensure it arrives safely in your hands. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This bracelet is available in 7 or 8 inches from end to end on our oversized bar link chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual and striking Bleeding Heart Flower (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) was originally native to the woodlands of Asia where it thrived in the early Spring light before the tree canopy leafed out. Brought to England in the 1800’s by plant hunters who were fascinated by its unique shape and bright color, the flowers became stars of the Victorian garden boom. There it became part of the language of flowers and was exchanged between those seeking to declare romantic intention, as well as becoming a symbol of enduring affection and undying love due to its shape and seasonal return.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite these more romantic associations, it was also associated with heartbreak and unrequited love, both due to the “bleeding” aspect of the flower and as well as folklore from Japan. This folklore tells a tale about a spurned prince who’s death after being rejected from a beautiful maiden caused the plant to grow in the spot where his blood had spilled.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Asia it was introduced to the US, which already had native variants of its own, including the pale white\/pink Squirrel Corn (Dicentra canadensis), known to the indigenous people of Northern America. Used for skin aliments and to ease menstrual cramping, it was also considered food for the spirits by the the Onondaga, as well as a love charm to the Menominee.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReligious groups associated it with sacrifice and compassion, especially around Easter and Spring, when it returned in bloom; considering the “blood” of the flower to be the blood shed on the cross. There is also some history that a Jesuit priest may have first brought back the Asian Bleeding Heart in the 1700’s before it was popularized in Victorian gardens. This association makes me think of the symbolism of the Sacred Heart, the worship of the disembodied heart of a deity, wounded \u0026amp; bleeding, and yet radiant and strange.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, despite and perhaps because of their beauty, all variants of Bleeding Heart flowers are poisonous to animals and humans alike, however are important for early pollinators such as bees who are able to crawl inside the opening of the heart. There’s something about this dualism that intrigues me, poison and love intermingling in a strange and beautiful flower that had originally grown hidden in the woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I have loved most about it, aside from its Victorian associations, is its symbolism with heartbreak. To me they resemble heart shaped lockets overwhelmed and split open by grief, our heart’s blood spilling out ~ our sweetness and our sorrow caught in a single drop that hovers like a pendulum from the portals of our hearts, suspended forever like a lure for someone to collect. The hope that our hearts, no matter how wounded, can be mended, they we can remain tender and vulnerable to others and to the world’s marvels rather than tuck ourselves away in the deep forests of despair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*Details* :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 7 or 8 inches in length \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(including clasp | length is approximate within a 1\/4 of an inch in either direction based on jumprings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Charms will be shifted to ensure that the hearts and garnet 'tears' are evenly spaced out over the chain length selected\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Miguel's wrist is 6.75\" around and the bracelet worn measures 7 inches including clasp \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Set with two 6 x 8 mm pear cut garnets, one closed petite bleeding heart, and one open petite bleeding heart \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Solid sterling silver: oxidized to achieve a stormy gray. Hand polished to reveal the luminous silver tones beneath.  \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- For comfort, durability, and longevity, we have created this bracelet with the oversized version of our sterling silver signature bar link chain. The clasp has also been updated to match the strength of the chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***IMPORTANT***\u003c\/strong\u003e               \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Policy Page to make an educated and informed purchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/pages\/policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have further questions, we are always here to serve you in a kind and timely manner: via info@bloodmilkjewels.com\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blood Milk Jewels","offers":[{"title":"7 inch","offer_id":48480183025913,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch","offer_id":48480183058681,"sku":null,"price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/files\/bm_product_190a_0123_ef.jpg?v=1773946878"},{"product_id":"the-blood-of-spring-bleeding-hearts-charm-bracelet-limited","title":"The Blood of Spring. Bleeding Hearts Charm Bracelet.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This jewel is limited and we are unsure if they'll be available again in the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e We recommend Express Shipping with signature required upon delivery to best ensure it arrives safely in your hands. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This bracelet is available in 7 or 8 inches from end to end on our oversized bar link chain. Please leave your desired length in the special instruction section or send us an email after your order has been placed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual and striking Bleeding Heart Flower (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) was originally native to the woodlands of Asia where it thrived in the early Spring light before the tree canopy leafed out. Brought to England in the 1800’s by plant hunters who were fascinated by its unique shape and bright color, the flowers became stars of the Victorian garden boom. There it became part of the language of flowers and was exchanged between those seeking to declare romantic intention, as well as becoming a symbol of enduring affection and undying love due to its shape and seasonal return.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite these more romantic associations, it was also associated with heartbreak and unrequited love, both due to the “bleeding” aspect of the flower and as well as folklore from Japan. This folklore tells a tale about a spurned prince who’s death after being rejected from a beautiful maiden caused the plant to grow in the spot where his blood had spilled.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Asia it was introduced to the US, which already had native variants of its own, including the pale white\/pink Squirrel Corn (Dicentra canadensis), known to the indigenous people of Northern America. Used for skin aliments and to ease menstrual cramping, it was also considered food for the spirits by the the Onondaga, as well as a love charm to the Menominee.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReligious groups associated it with sacrifice and compassion, especially around Easter and Spring, when it returned in bloom; considering the “blood” of the flower to be the blood shed on the cross. There is also some history that a Jesuit priest may have first brought back the Asian Bleeding Heart in the 1700’s before it was popularized in Victorian gardens. This association makes me think of the symbolism of the Sacred Heart, the worship of the disembodied heart of a deity, wounded \u0026amp; bleeding, and yet radiant and strange.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, despite and perhaps because of their beauty, all variants of Bleeding Heart flowers are poisonous to animals and humans alike, however are important for early pollinators such as bees who are able to crawl inside the opening of the heart. There’s something about this dualism that intrigues me, poison and love intermingling in a strange and beautiful flower that had originally grown hidden in the woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I have loved most about it, aside from its Victorian associations, is its symbolism with heartbreak. To me they resemble heart shaped lockets overwhelmed and split open by grief, our heart’s blood spilling out ~ our sweetness and our sorrow caught in a single drop that hovers like a pendulum from the portals of our hearts, suspended forever like a lure for someone to collect. The hope that our hearts, no matter how wounded, can be mended, they we can remain tender and vulnerable to others and to the world’s marvels rather than tuck ourselves away in the deep forests of despair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*Details* :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 7 or 8 inches in length (including clasp | length is approximate within a 1\/4 of an inch in either direction based on jumprings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Charms will be shifted to to ensure the hearts are spaced out with the overall chain length chosen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Miguel's wrist is 6.75\" around and the bracelet worn measures 7 inches including clasp \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The charms consist of two small 'open' bleeding heart flowers, and two small 'closed' bleeding heart flowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Flowers, chain and findings are all solid sterling silver: oxidized to achieve a stormy gray and hand polished to reveal the luminous silver tones beneath \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- For comfort, durability, and longevity, we have created this bracelet with the oversized version of our sterling silver signature bar link chain. The clasp has also been updated to match the strength of the chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***IMPORTANT***\u003c\/strong\u003e               \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Policy Page to make an educated and informed purchase \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/pages\/policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis jewel is handmade to order, just for you, with care and focus. Please allow approximately 6 - 8 weeks for creation before shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have further questions, we are always here to serve you in a kind and timely manner: via info@bloodmilkjewels.com\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blood Milk Jewels","offers":[{"title":"7 inch","offer_id":48480172441849,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch","offer_id":48480172474617,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/files\/bm_product_194_0312_ef.jpg?v=1777045802"},{"product_id":"lily-of-the-valley-charm-bracelet","title":"Lily of the Valley Charm Bracelet.","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLily of the Valley (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConvallaria majalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is an ancient plant native to the woodlands of the Northern hemisphere where it thrives under tree cover and shade. Akin to the woodland Bleeding Hearts that are also woodland flowers, these delicate yet poisonous blooms are also heralds of Spring, having been popularized in gardens by King Charles IX of France in the 1500’s after receiving a small sprig of the white bell shaped blooms as a good luck token. This led to the French holiday on May 1st, La Fête du Muguet, a time of celebration for the renewal of Spring and during which people give each other blooms as tokens of luck and love. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis led to the firmer establishment of Lily of the Valley in gardens, however, it already had ancient roots in the bible, appearing over 10 times, most famously in the Song of Songs. It is also considered to be the tears of Mary at the Cross and therefore is also called Our Lady’s Tears. In other tellings, they are the tears of Eve, split when having to leave the Garden of Eden. The way their delicate blooms bow to the earth does invite associations with tears, and perhaps due to this, they have been associated with sorrow and grief. As it’s historically tied to Mother Mary, this beautifully fragrant plant has been associated with Mothers ( \u0026amp; therefore Grandmothers ) and has been considered a plant of remembrance for them. Indeed, during my personal research, I came across many stories of people who had stories of it growing in their grandmother’s garden, or who transplanted the roots from maternal ancestral gardens to continue familial traditions of growing it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more enchanting associations is with the fae. The small size of the blooms made for perfect tools for the small folk; it was believed they were used as cups or hats\/umbrellas while the stems were ladders into magical realms. Their ‘silent’ ringing bells called on the unseen world and the supernatural beings of the woodlands. Indeed, even Apollo’s Muses were treated to the beauty of these plants, as Apollo created them as protection and a soft landing for their feet as they traversed the woods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in mourning jewelry during the Victorian era as a symbol of renewal and hope, the Lily of the Valley has also been viewed as a balm for sadness and heartache. Carved in Whitby Jet or composed of seed pearls, the beautiful bells have symbolized the duality of beauty and pain, just as their nature expresses, as these plants are poisonous~ their red berries that appear after their blooms drop slow the heart rate if ingested and can be fatal to small children. Medicinally, it was used in the 16th century as a tonic for memory and clarity, stored in gold and silver vials and called Agua Aurea, or Golden Water. While it’s unlikely it helped with either, these associations underscore its memorial and funerary symbolism; memory and remembrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn the Victorian era’s popular The Language of Flowers Lily of the Valley represented a Return to Happiness. In this way, they represented not only good luck, protection ( due to its large leaves that provided cover for its small blooms), and love, but also a promise for a return to happier days, the promise that Spring arrives after the hardships of Winter. Just as the sun and the light returns, happiness, however fleeting, can return as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*Details* :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 7 or 8 inches in length (including clasp | length is approximate within a 1\/4 of an inch in either direction based on jumprings)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Charms will be arranged as evenly as possible across the bracelet based on the length you select  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Miguel's wrist is 6.75\" around and the bracelet worn measures 7 inches including clasp \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The charms consist of one small 'closed' Lily of the Valley bud, one 'just blooming' bud, one 'almost bloomed' flower and one 'fully bloomed' flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Flowers, oversized chain, and findings are all solid sterling silver: oxidized to achieve a stormy gray and hand polished to reveal the luminous silver tones beneath  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- For comfort, durability, and longevity, we have created this bracelet with the oversized version of our sterling silver signature bar link chain. The clasp has also been updated to match the strength of the chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Last photo seen paired with our Blood of Spring \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/products\/the-blood-of-spring-black-mother-of-pearl-ring-limited\"\u003eBleeding Hearts Ring\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/products\/the-return-of-happiness-necklace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eReturn of Happiness Necklace\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***IMPORTANT***\u003c\/strong\u003e               \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the Policy Page to make an educated and informed purchase \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/pages\/policy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jewel is handmade to order, just for you, with care and focus. Please allow approximately 6 - 8 weeks for creation before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have further questions, we are always here to serve you in a kind and timely manner: via info@bloodmilkjewels.com\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blood Milk Jewels","offers":[{"title":"7 inch","offer_id":48480158646521,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch","offer_id":48480158679289,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/files\/bm_product_199_0196_ef.jpg?v=1780582138"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/9287\/collections\/bm_product_199_0196_ef.jpg?v=1781615965","url":"https:\/\/www.bloodmilkjewels.com\/collections\/bracelets.oembed","provider":"Blood Milk Jewels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}