Recently, pendants with zodiac signs are often purchased at jewelry stores or ordered according to an individual sketch from the masters. In addition to the traditional varieties of symbols, each sign has its own characteristics depending on the material used and the presence of certain stones.
Features and types of jewelry
The main feature of choosing a gift is the correspondence of the selected pendant to the recipient's zodiac sign. Decoration can be made in the form of an image that is fully consistent with the horoscope. Recently, pendants poured from various metals or engraved on a plate have been popular recently. Jewelry in which crystals or precious stones are used to depict stars is in great demand.
The following materials can be used in modern jewelry:
- metals without any inserts;
- metals with stone inserts or gems;
- loose stones;
- plastic and glass;
- tree.
The forms of jewelry are also full of variety. The main plate can be round, oval, square, rectangular and any other. The drawing can be applied using the technique of bas-relief, counter-relief, cutting or laser engraving, diamond cutting, blackening.
Different types of models their owners can wear on the neck, ankle, on the arm. Men wear such products only on the neck, women - on different parts of the body, especially in the summer.
Gold models
Gold pendants "signs of the zodiac" in jewelry stores are found in various versions: from laconic and modest (and cheap, respectively) to chic and large.
Prices for various models depend not only on the size of the product, but also on what type of gold is used in the jewelry, as well as what precious stones are present in it.
Handcrafted jewelry is most highly rated. Accordingly, the price of such products is higher than ordinary ones.
Most often, yellow gold jewelry is sold. Almost as popular are white gold items. Less often, pendants made of red or pink metal are obtained, which is obtained by adding copper to the alloy.
Models in silver and stone
Pendants for zodiac signs made of silver are also in great demand. Such jewelry uses pure, blackened, or worn. Using the latter type of silver processing technique makes it look like white gold, at first glance it is indistinguishable.
Pendants with zodiac signs made of stone are popular from ancient times to the present (semi-precious, precious, gems). Each of them, according to many, is endowed with a special energy.
Jewelry with natural stones looks spectacular and more interesting than metal ones. In their manufacture, the craftsmen use the tumbling technique (the process of high-tech processing of a stone surface).
When choosing a model, you should remember that it is not difficult to find a jewelry with a sign of the owner. Since its type of gift will be obvious, you only need to decide on the appearance.
When choosing silver, stone or another metal, you should also carefully study what color the jewelry should be, with which stones, and so on.
Aries and Taurus
A pendant with the zodiac sign in the form of Aries, which refers to the fire signs, it is better to choose from gold or some other metal of a fiery color. The most suitable shape for decoration is a square.
Due to the fact that Mars is considered the patron of Aries, the pendant can be selected with any symbols related to military subjects: weapons or armor. It is best to choose a frame made from red rubies, garnets, as well as agate or opal in a gold frame.
For Taurus, as signs of the elements of the earth (reliable and stable people), the image of a bull on a suspension is well suited. You can choose a jewelry from any type of metal, with the exception of ivory.
Since Venus is the patron saint of Taurus, you can choose a talisman connected in some way with a female theme. It is not recommended to purchase jewelry in red. Of the metals, copper is best suited, and emeralds are the frame.
Gemini and Cancer
Gold pendants “zodiac signs” Gemini should be chosen taking into account the fact that their element is air. In this regard, talismans should be airy and light. Decorations in purple, blue, or gray are best suited.
The most suitable stone for such pendants is blue topaz, which helps to maintain strength and increase libido. Since the patron of the sign is Mercury, the god of deceit, the decoration in the form of a mask is perfect as an amulet. Professionals strongly recommend not giving Gemini jewelry in green.
Cancer is a water sign, so the color scheme of such an ornament is white, pale blue, silver, and blue. The patron of the sign is the moon. In this regard, women should choose sensual and delicate silver jewelry. A good framing of the product will be rose quartz, agate, hematite and moonstone.
Leo and Virgo
Need to choose a pendant for Leo? This zodiac sign is fiery, therefore, you should choose a jewelry of this kind so that it demonstrates the strength and vitality of the owner. Representatives of this sign love chic, valuable things, do not like cheap products.
A pendant for Lviv can be any antique thing - an ancient coin or vintage jewelry, studded with stones. It is best to choose a product with the image of some strong animal - a lion or an eagle, symbolizing power.
The most suitable colors for decorating this type are gold and red. It is not recommended to choose pendants of cold tones. When selecting stones, it is best to pay attention to citrine, tourmaline, diamond. Particularly emit ruby, taking all the negative energy.
Jewelry for Virgo, as a representative of the sign of the earth, should be chosen taking into account the fact that people of this group are reasonable and calm. Owl jewelry is best for them.
You should also carefully approach the choice of product material. For the elements of this sign, wood, stone or clay is suitable. Since Mercury is considered the patron saint of Virgo, you should choose a cold color scheme. Of the stones, attention should be paid to jasper, chrysolite, malachite and pomegranate.
Libra and Scorpio
When choosing a pendant for the zodiac sign Libra, it should be borne in mind that representatives of this air element love unusual and beautiful things. The cost of decoration does not play a role for them. For Libra, azure and green colors are most suitable.
The patroness of the sign is Venus. The most suitable metal is silver. The decoration in the form of scales can be inlaid with lapis lazuli, which help to maintain optimism, and opals, which help to improve spiritually.
What can be recommended to the second sign of the zodiac? Pendants for Scorpio, which is considered a representative of the water element, must be selected with the appropriate symbols. It can be a scorpion, a turtle or a frog. Decoration is best chosen in red, preferably with garnet inserts.
It is believed that such decoration will be a source of a positive mood, contributing to the preservation of self-control. If you choose a pendant with diamonds, it will help to protect against hatred and envy.
Sagittarius and Capricorn
Pendants with the zodiac sign Sagittarius are best chosen in the form of a scarab beetle or phoenix. Representatives of the elements of fire are also often depicted as a centaur. In addition, Sagittarius can give a decoration in the form of a horseshoe, part of the harness of a horse.
The most suitable color for representatives of this element is blue. Blue turquoise on white gold is also good.
Capricorn refers to the signs of the elements of the Earth under the auspices of Saturn. The symbol of Capricorn is an animal with a fish tail and a goat torso. In this regard, the decoration can be made in the form of a dolphin, newt. Also, many choose ladder-shaped pendants for career growth.
Often, an antique coin or an antique pendant is used as a talisman. In the color scheme, it is better to give preference to blue, black or white.
Of the stones, onyx is considered the most suitable, contributing to the strengthening of mental health and the protection from negative thoughts. If you use other stones, they must be opaque.
Aquarius and Pisces
For Aquarius, who belong to the water element, under the auspices of Uranus, it is best to choose an angel, a flying bird, a plane or another flying object. Also, for inspired and reserved representatives of this sign, you can pick up wings symbolizing flight (birds or an angel) as an ornament.
The most suitable color scheme is blue-green. Of the stones, it is best to choose sapphire blue in a gold frame, which gives confidence, aventurine or lapis lazuli.
For Pisces, also related to the elements of water under the auspices of Neptune, it is best to choose the most common symbol - two fish that are connected by tails, but move in different directions.
Representatives of this sign can also give a pendant in the form of shells, fish, turtles, water lilies, waves. Colors should also be chosen on a water theme - green, blue, turquoise.
Metals for Pisces are not desirable, but pearls, emeralds and amethysts are ideal for them.
Recommendations for choosing jewelry
When choosing a pendant, yourself and your relatives should consider some recommendations:
- It is best to choose jewelry that matches the sign of the recipient. At the same time, it is worth considering the recommendations for choosing stones.
- Even in adornments with artificial stones, you should adhere to the appropriate color scheme sign.
- You should determine the size of the pendant, taking into account the place in which it will be worn. For example, a necklace can be of any size, according to the rules of the dress code.
- If you choose a pendant on your hand, it should be borne in mind that when worn on a bracelet, it should not cause discomfort. Therefore, the decoration should be light, small and streamlined in order not to cling to anything.
The choice of pendants according to the zodiac sign is not a quick process, since it is necessary to take into account all the features of the character of its holder and the compatibility of the sign with metals and stones.