The elephant is the largest land animal, but also one of the wisest and most caring. It lives in families led by the oldest female, remembers its paths and friends for years and looks after the young of the whole herd.
A symbol in different cultures
- In India Ganesha – the elephant-headed god – removes obstacles and brings success in new ventures. That is why he is honoured at the start of every new undertaking.
- In Thailand the white elephant is sacred and a symbol of royal power.
- In Buddhism the white elephant is a sign of wisdom and strength of spirit.
- In feng shui the elephant brings stability, protection and prosperity to the home.
Trunk up
A little elephant with a raised trunk is the most popular lucky talisman. It is believed to "catch" luck and scatter it all around. The little elephant is also a talisman for athletes, because it gives confidence and strength, and for women in leadership – for the wisdom and care of the matriarch who leads the herd.
The elephant in jewellery
In jewellery little elephants are always sweet and beautiful – pendants, bracelets, earrings and rings, in silver and gold tones, with crystals and cubic zirconia. They are a symbol of love and luck and a wonderful gift for any occasion.
Photo: Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
