Bran is the Celtic word for Raven, ubran is the Welsh name.
Raven symbolizes protection, initiation and healing. It brings in deep healing and
signifies the death of one thing to bring in the birth of another.
Raven’s other attributes are eloquence, change in consciousness, wisdom,
messages from spirit and something unexpected, but beneficial would happen soon.
Raven was believed to be not totally trustworthy, so Celts were careful in working with it.
In the Germanic-Norse tradition, Waelceasig, Raven, was connected to death.
Slain warriors were deemed to be feeders of Raven.
People in Cornwall believed that a raven cawing above a house meant good fortune was coming.
Sailors believed that killing a raven was to bring ill fortune.
Scottish hunters believed Raven’s raucous calls meant a successful hunt.
Ravens live in the Tower of London. The English believe that if they leave the tower, disaster will fall upon the country.
They left the tower before the bombings began in England during World War II.
The birds were reintroduced to the tower after the war ended and have been kept there
since then and have a Ravenmaster who cares for them. Their wings are clipped so they cannot fly away.
In the Middle Ages, it was believed that to hear Raven’s caw was an omen of death.
Sightings of the turnfalkens, ravens, and hearing their calls was a death omen
to the Hapsburgs, the ruling family of the Austro/Hungarian Empire.
Christians of that era believed that evil priests became ravens when they died
Your item is 100% Sterling silver
and may tarnish as all silver does.
It is well known silver reacts with the elements this may be caused by
highly acidic perspiration or contact with other chemical agents
like perfume, makeup, hairspray or cleaning products.
The only metal that does not react is Gold.
***** ***** ***** ***** *****
Ideally remove before bathing or swimming as standard.
This item is 100% as described, Metal, Gauge,Thickness, size or if your buying
Pendants as stated, Plated, silver or Base Metal.
***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****
All body Jewellery sold by eclectic shop uk ltd is suitable
for healed piercings only. If you have a reaction to any of our piercing goods
this is because of contamination or irritation when inserting
We accept no responsibility for any infection
that can occur from piercings.
***** ***** ***** ***** *****
ALL PHOTOS
© eclectic shop uk ltd
NO UNAUTHORISED USE
PLEASE RESPECT THIS.
WE DON'T LIKE TO USE IMAGES
OTHER THAN OUR OWN
WE SPEND TIME AND
TAKE PRIDE IN THEM.
Thank you
***** ***** ***** ***** *****
One Supplied