Baltic Amber Pumpkin Ring

DescriptionThis ring is adjustable for all to enjoy!Pumpkins are one of the more resilient fruits, finding ways to grow large and bulging amongst sparse soil. It is this reason that they have become symbols of prosperity, growth and abundance. The colour orange represents transformation and change. In Ukrainian folklore an old tradition held that a would-be suitor would visit a woman’s house to propose marriage. If the answer was yes, there was family toasting and celebration. If no, the poor guy was silently handed a pumpkin. The tradition dates back to medieval times and sources say many Ukrainian men would only propose at night so they wouldn’t be seen with a pumpkin in their hands if rejected..Glowing as if on fire, warm to the touch and often containing insect fragments Baltic amber was believed to contain the very essence of life itself – the animating principle. It had associations with time, cycles & longevity. As it once was a living substance, it is related to spirit. Slavic tribes thought amber magical because of its warm feel, its lightness & luster. Some believed amber was the petrified tears of gods.Baltic Amber Jewellery & amulets were worn for protection from diseases & against being killed in a battle. People believed that amber “pulled out” disease from the body & attracted good luck – in the same way as it attracts small objects if you slightly rub it. It was believed that amber adornments averted misfortune, kept its owner safe from black magic, cast out devils, guarded one from the evil eye, brought luck in love, & made it’s owner stronger & cleverer.Natural Baltic Amber has unique properties unlike any other amber in the world because it contains Succinic Acid which is a is a bio-stimulant and has been for ages to promote healing.You will receive 1 beautiful Baltic Amber amulet set in .925 sterling silver