Wednesday, 10 October 2012

50 Shades of Yellow

I have a little talisman.

Baltic Amber Ring


It was bought in Poland when I lived there and I wore it on a silver chain around my neck for a few years. If it wasn't on my chain I had it in my pocket, or my purse. I am amazed I haven't lost it.

Even in the coldest of weather it still feels warm. I love the softness of it, the tactile curves of this piece of amber that has been made from many smaller pieces. It can be milky white or black and fifty shades of yellow in between.

When I got married I stopped carrying it around with me. I had no need for it, but I kept it tucked away in my jewellery box. I rediscovered it recently, picked it up and was reminded how much I loved holding it. I popped it into my pocket. I then found something I could use to attach it to my keyring so it is with me most of the time. I don't need a talisman at the moment but I am warmed by it's familiarity and colour.

My little piece of prehistoric sunshine.


Joining in with The Gallery at Sticky Fingers.




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17 comments:

  1. notmyyearoff10 October 2012 at 08:33

    That's really pretty and looks like its really dear to you. Love the colours!

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  2. Emma@christmascupboard10 October 2012 at 09:20

    Gorgous colours, love your story with it x

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  3. The Mini Mes and Me10 October 2012 at 09:22

    Lovely picture and story x

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  4. Tina Robson10 October 2012 at 09:22

    What a lovely item and thank you for sharing your story. It's definitely needs to be on show, on a necklace or charm bracelet.

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  5. Keith (kcm)10 October 2012 at 09:31

    Gorgeous! I love amber.

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  6. Adventures of a Middle-aged Matron10 October 2012 at 10:29

    That is a very beautiful item and a very lovely account. But if I wore it it would make me ever hungry for doughnuts!

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  7. SeaThreePeeO10 October 2012 at 11:30

    Beautiful. Fantastic post.

    Herding Cats

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  8. Lesley Beeton10 October 2012 at 11:47

    Love the sentiment and beauty in your amber token x.

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  9. Unknown10 October 2012 at 12:08

    What a lovely memory and treasured item. I cannot believe that I've never heard of a Talisman...you can be sure I looked it up though after reading your account - google is a marvel!

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  10. BavarianSojourn10 October 2012 at 12:18

    That's gorgeous! When we lived in Denmark, they said that after a storm you should look on the beaches for amber washed up. I often looked, but never found any! :/

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  11. Franglaise Mummy10 October 2012 at 13:50

    That's just beautiful and what a lovely story too.

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  12. Older Mum10 October 2012 at 15:44

    That is simply beautiful. Lovely talisman (I really like amber) and lovely, lovely words. X.

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  13. Actually Mummy...10 October 2012 at 16:26

    It's beautiful x

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  14. bluebirdsunshine10 October 2012 at 20:14

    That's lovely. All the more beautiful for the meaning you're given it too.

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  15. Helpful Mum10 October 2012 at 21:12

    That is gorgeous and fantastic that it has such a history.

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  16. Rollercoaster Mum10 October 2012 at 22:39

    That's beautiful and I love your story too.

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  17. AGuidingLife10 October 2012 at 23:01

    I think it's very special

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