'Cardinals appear when Angels are near...'

This ancient saying reflects the Cardinal's high spiritual status in folklore. The Cardinal symbolizes life, hope, and restoration. A Cardinal is monogamous and mates for life. When you first see that brilliant red bird, you'll soon note nearby his buff-colored partner, the female. Only males are the brilliant red. The female sings a high melodious refrain to attract the male or signal she is hungry, but the male's song is more aggressive to ward off predators.

The focal of this necklace is a Pipestone Cardinal, hand-carved in New Mexico. It comes attached with Sterling wire, Turquoise rondelle, and a Black Onyx bead. The body of the necklace is 2mm Pipestone, a material sacred to Native Americans because all peace or ceremonial pipes are carved from this material. Accents of natural Turquoise and Black Onyx pick up colors of sky and earth for this auspicious kit.

Kit finishes to 23" and includes the layout of the design, stringing material, Sterling Silver beads, clasp, crimps, and wire, instructions.

Price is for one kit.

10% of the purchase of this kit will go to The Audubon Society for the preservation of the American bird population.