Dove Brooch Carrying an Olive Branch Made of Peridot | Peace

Peace A needle brooch featuring a dove, carved from shell, carrying an olive branch crafted from peridot. In Europe and the United States, the olive branch and dove are depicted as symbols of peace. This imagery originates from the biblical story of Noah's Ark, where a dove returned with an olive branch, signifying new land. This legend has led to the olive branch and dove being featured in various national flags and emblems. Considering the importance of olives and their oil as a source of sustenance for people along the Mediterranean coast, it's easy to understand why the olive has become a symbol of abundance and peace. This small, charming symbol of peace brings a sense of calm to all who behold it. We hope you enjoy this exquisite piece, which is sure to spark conversation. Brooch Size: Approx. 2×2 cm Wire: 14K Gold Filled Needle and Metal Parts: Brass, Gold Plated ■ About White Shell Crafted from high-quality, polished shell, such as Takase shell. These shells are polished to be used in buttons, watch faces, and jewelry. ■ About Peridot Stone Language: Conjugal Bliss, Peace, Happiness, August Birthstone Also known as the "Sun Stone." A variety of olivine (magnesium iron silicate). Its high refractive index makes its bright green hue particularly striking. Peridot refers to the gem-quality stones derived from the mineral known as Afghan olivine. Ancient Egyptian pharaohs' adornments were decorated with gold and peridot. The Romans called it the "Evening Emerald" because its color remained deep and visible even after dark. It is said that peridot was later brought back by the Crusaders and used in the decoration of medieval churches. Large peridots, exceeding 200 carats, adorn three shrines within the Cathedral of Cologne, representing the Three Magi. ■ About 14K Gold Filled (14KGF) 14K Gold Filled is a material made by pressure-bonding a thick layer of 14-karat gold, which is at least 5% of the total weight (approximately 20-30 times thicker than standard gold plating), onto a core material like brass. Unlike gold plating, 14KGF has a durable, thick layer of gold, making it suitable for accessories. This material allows you to enjoy the elegant color and luster of 14-karat gold, and because it doesn't flake off like plating, it is recommended for cherished accessories that you intend to wear for a long time.