SSS - SCALLOP SHELL HOOK EARRINGS
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Throughout the centuries many romantic and historical events have evolved with the beautiful scallop shell as a symbol. Buildings in ancient Pompeii were ornamented with scallop shell designs. During the Crusades, scallop shells were the symbol of holy pilgrimages and one European variety is still referred to as "the pilgrim" or "St. James' shell." Poets have written about their beauty and artists so admired their symmetry and grace that they were often used in paintings of Venus and the common name "Venus-cockle" came into common usage in Old English. Bronze with 24kt gold over silver plate. Sterling silver posts. By Silver Seasons
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