Large silver cabochon setting shaped like an anchor with a 25mm tray. *The glass cabochons shown in the photos are not included. They are shown for reference only.
Quantity: Sold in packages of four (4) pieces
Size: about 50mm long x 36mm wide, 2.2mm thick, bail hole: 3.7mm; Tray: 25mm (2″ long x 1-7/16″ wide)
Material: Zinc-based alloy metal with antiqued silver finish. Made in China.
Important Note: All of our products are lead and cadmium-free, and nickel-safe. As they contain small parts, all items are for adult jewelry/craft making use only, not intended for children under the age of 15.
Please Note: Size and color may vary slightly.
Symbolism: The anchor has long been a symbol of Christianity. It brings together the cross and nautical Christian symbolism, and it symbolizes the Christian hope in Christ amid a turbulent world. It was a symbol of hope and in the early days of the persecution of the Church, it represented the Cross and steadfastness. This symbolic meaning rests on the Epistle to the Hebrews 6:19, which refers to the everlasting virtue of God’s counsel in these words, “we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast . . .” The symbol was frequently used in this sense in the catacombs of ancient Rome and was carved on old Christian gems.