Witches Hat Pendant and Earrings Set
£52.90
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Channel your inner witch, and ancient magic with these matching witches hat earring and pendant set. Styled on the iconic shape of the wide brim and cone shape each piece is textured with realistic creases and decorated with a recessed crescent moon and stars.
The earrings are 2.5cm (including hooks), the pendant is 3cm (including bale) and will arrive on a jewellery card in a kraft box tied with a blue ribbon.
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Description
The witches hat earrings
Unleash your inner magic with this witches hat earrings and matching witches hat pendant set. Styled on the iconic shape of the traditional witches hat this set come with a high polished finish and cute details such as creased folds, as well as a recessed crescent moon and three stars.
Symbolically, the witch’s hat is layered with meaning. Its pointed shape is often seen as a representation of a cone of power, a common concept in witchcraft and magic, where energy is drawn from the universe and focused through the tip. This shape is also associated with the circle; the symbol of the sun, unity, eternity, and rebirth. The wide brim can symbolise protection, keeping negative energies at bay. In particular the witch’s hat also serves as a symbol of female empowerment and resistance against societal norms. Throughout history, women labelled as witches were often healers, midwives and herbalists, with knowledge of ancient ways and traditions passed down through generations. They were the wise women – feared for their skills and therefore often seen as a threat especially by the church and the patriarchy.
History
The history of the witch’s hat is a fascinating blend of mythology, history, and cultural evolution. Its origins are somewhat murky, with several theories suggesting different beginnings. One theory links the hat to the medieval hennin, a conical headdress worn by European noblewomen in the 15th century. Such tall and pointed hats were a mark of status and wealth, but as fashion evolved, the hennin fell out of favour and was eventually associated with outcasts and witches.
Another theory suggests that the witch’s hat may have evolved from the headgear worn by Quakers in the 17th century. Quakers were often persecuted and accused of witchcraft due to their unconventional beliefs and practices. Their broad-brimmed, high-crowned hats could have been transformed in popular imagination into the witch’s hat we recognise today.
In popular culture, the witch’s hat continues to be a powerful symbol, representing mystery, magic, and the supernatural. Its journey from a fashion accessory to a mark of otherworldly power highlights the dynamic interplay between society, culture, and symbolism. Whether you see it as a tool of magic or a piece of Halloween fun, the witch’s hat is a fascinating artefact with a rich history and deep symbolism.
Quick facts:
- Sterling silver 925 with a high polish finish
- Each earring and pendant has 3D details to include three recessed stars and a crescent moon
- Each earring is 2.5cm (including hooks) the pendant is 3cm (including bale)
- The earrings will arrive on a jewellery card in a kraft box tied with a blue ribbon
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