Hand Painted Tortoise - Wisdom Seeker Philosopher Historically bead craftsman were expected

Historically bead craftsman were expected to keep bead-making skills a secret and in some cases risked their lives if they leaked valuable methods

The Hannya mask dates back to the 14th century where it first appeared in the Japanese theater

Neptune/Poseidon

and the werewolf the bridge between nature and us

Hand Painted Tortoise - Wisdom Seeker Philosopher Historically bead craftsman were expectedHand carved and painted bone tortoise cufflinks finished with sterling silver toggle backs. The tortoise is the ancient wisdom seeker and has a life span of up to ten thousand years. Around the world, the tortoise is seen as a symbol for wisdom, security, endurance, peacefulness, longevity, and patience. Not to mention the fact he carries his house with him, making the world his home. The tortoise thinks before it acts giving us the sense that it