‘Medieval Mermaid’ silver cuff with translucent Tanzanite.

Inspired by 15th Century Mermaid Pilgrim Badge.

Pilgrim badges were popular among medieval pilgrims to holy sites. . One example of such a badge is the mermaid pilgrim badge, which features a mermaid holding a comb, and was likely associated with the cult of Saint Margaret of Antioch.

The mermaid was a popular symbol in medieval art and literature, often representing both temptation and salvation. In the context of the mermaid pilgrim badge, the mermaid may have been seen as a symbol of temptation that needed to be overcome on the pilgrimage to achieve spiritual salvation.

Tanzanite is a relatively new gemstone discovered in 1967 in Tanzania.. It is known for its striking blue-violet colour that can shift in different lighting conditions. Tanzanite is believed to have several meanings and symbolism associated with it.

One of the primary meanings of Tanzanite is that it is a stone of transmutation, protection and manifestation.

Materials: Sterling Silver; Tanzanite.