Neptune's Wink Candle - Cup and Saucer Set

NEPTUNE'S WINK

LE RAYON-VERT

In this 1882 novel by Jules Verne, it is said that someone who sees the “green flash” is incapable of being “deceived in matters of sentiment” and “he who has been fortunate enough to behold it is enables to see closely into his own heart and to read the thoughts of others”.

Poured into a 1930's Federal Georgian Lovebird pattern uranium glass tea cup and matching saucer.

INGREDIENTS

SCENT: Volcano – a delightful blend of tropical fruits and sugared oranges, lemons and limes with hints of exotic florals and mountain greens.

WAX: Soy/beeswax – 5 ounces – White

WHITE CORAL (fossilized coral; agatized coral): Agate is ruled by the Moon, transforming fossilized coral into a grounding stone.

SEA SHELLS: Sea shells are a very special magical material - a beautiful gift of Earth and Sea. Shells are found in the Secret Space between these two kingdoms which is revealed only during the change of the tides. They are treasures from an invisible world.

PEARL: Pearls symbolize wisdom gained through experience.

SEA GLASS: Sea glass embodies all the properties of the ocean and the seaside in every possible way. Charged by the sun – cleansed by the sea – renewed by the tides.

STONE: Aquamarine

According to ancient Greek mythology, Aquamarine is said to be found washed ashore after spilling from the treasure chests of sirens,

In Roman mythology, Neptune, God of the Sea, considered Aquamarine to be sacred.

Over the centuries, the gem has been known as the “Sailor's Gem”. Believed to keep them safe on perilous sea voyages and was thought to protect them from sea monsters.