Camino shell necklace for people who miss travelling - goldIdeal gift for someone who loves travelling or is embarking on new beginnings Hand crafted by goldsmiths in Galicia, northern Spain, this lovely gold plated sterling silver scallop shell is the symbol of El Camino de Santiago . . and a symbol of life's journey in general. Indeed, this Jakobsweg necklace from the Way of St. James would make a lovely gift for a Camino fan of the Camino de Santiago, but also as a Camino inspired gift for someone who is

Ideal gift for someone who loves travelling or is embarking on new beginnings

Hand-crafted by goldsmiths in Galicia, northern Spain, this lovely gold-plated sterling-silver scallop shell is the symbol of El Camino de Santiago . . and a symbol of life's journey in general. Indeed, this Jakobsweg necklace from the Way of St. James would make a lovely gift for a Camino fan of the Camino de Santiago, but also as a Camino inspired gift for someone who is starting out on something new . . new beginnings.

Shells are symbols of birth and protection and, particularly in Christianity, the scallop shell is the symbol of re-birth representing salvation (as witnessed by its ceremonial use in baptism):

Some 200,000 people travel El Camino each year: But many choose to do the Camino for personal, rather than any spiritual or religious reasons - taking time out from their busy modern lives and perhaps finding inspiration along the way, whilst reflecting on their life in a supportive environment. Many carry with them a Scallop Shell like this. Everyone experiences the journey in a different way.

Details: This gold vermeil scallop shell measures 20mm long by 20mm wide, and hangs on a 40cm (15.75") gold-plated curb chain. [We also sell this scallop shell hanging on a fine tan-coloured double cord of 44cm (17") long. Please choose in Options box.]