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Cat’s Eye

Fountain Pen

TALISMAN COLLECTION

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Cat’s Eye Quartz, known also as Cymophane, is a unique gemstone that boasts an enchanting unique opalescence. Resembling a feline’s eye, the Cat’s Eye is transformed from an ordinary quartz into a spellbinding spectacle. Achieved by a glare reflection from tiny inclusions of hollow tubes, the result is a mesmerising play of light, mimicking the gaze of a vigilant cat. Yet, beyond this stone’s captivating aesthetic lay a whole host of magical myths; from its power to bring about good luck, to its numerous healing properties. Allow yourself to be transported to the enchanting crystal realm of the Cat’s Eye Quartz, as we explore together the magical mysteries that surround this sought-after gem.

Found in various corners of this Earth in differing shades of amber, yellow, green, and black, the Cat’s Eye Quartz is most commonly believed to bring about good luck and prosperity. Not a bad start! Known in Brazil as “olho de gato”, it is said that if one carries this special stone in their purse, it can attract financial abundance. While Brazilian folklore claims that the gem even contains healing properties, making it a useful cure for treating various ailments.

There is a rather violent legend in Roman mythology that tells the tale of Diana, the goddess of the moon. It is said that the Cat’s Eye Quartz contained Diana’s magical powers, and could too enhance psychic abilities. Supposedly, a young hunter named Actaeon stumbled across the goddess as she was bathing in a spring. Furious, Diana transformed Actaeon into a deer, and his own hunting dogs proceeded to devour him. As legend goes, the Cat’s Eye was formed from Actaeon’s eyes, as a warning to others should they (even accidentally) intrude on the goddess’ territory.

Another tale – this one a little less hawkish – points us in the direction of Madagascar, where folk coined the Cat’s Eye “volon-dry”, meaning “cat’s tail”. Named so due to dwarf-like supernatural creatures called “Kalanoro” whose tails closely resembled the unique glare and depth of the Cat’s Eye Quartz. Apparently, Kalanoro, seen as mischievous creatures that could bring about either good or bad luck, would scour the forests in search of tucked-away gemstones and gold, and use their magical powers to protect their findings.

Associated with the planet Ketu (a “shadow planet”), Hindu mythology considers the Cat’s Eye Quartz a protective stone with the ability to ward off malevolent beings. Ketu is said to play a leading role in spiritual development, and can enhance one’s psychic insight. Thus, with Cat’s Eye containing the energy of Ketu, people believed in the stone’s protective ability and would thus wear it on their person in the form of an amulet.

But it’s not just in India that the Cat’s Eye was worn as a talisman- in medieval Europe, this protective stone was given to knights and warriors to guard them during battle. This small yet mighty gem could somehow grant the fighter with courage, strength, and perseverance. Additionally, Cat’s Eye had other abilities- specifically the capacity to grant bearers with the power of invisibility. Intriguing!

So if these tales have sparked your curiosity- or even entertained you- you may enjoy our latest, bedazzling Talisman creation, created by infusing real Cat’s Eye Quartz into the pen’s shimmering material. If you, like us, are a fan of writing instruments that look and feel unique, and tell a story with each use, then Cat’s Eye is indeed a work-of-art that was designed with your name on it!

Tiger’s Eye

Fountain Pen

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Tiger’s Eye, found worldwide across most of the Earth’s continents, is a well-known gem long associated with various legends and superstitions. With its instantly recognisable chatoyant appearance that mirrors the eye of the majestic cat of the same name, the Tiger’s Eye is considered by many to hold a hidden universe within its silky lustre. Fans of the world’s most curious myths and legends, it’s no surprise that this supposed magical stone is the inspiration behind the latest creation for our Talisman collection. So, together, let’s dive into the weird and wonderful stories surrounding the Tiger’s Eye Quartz!

Cast your mind back to ancient Egypt, a time when pharaohs reigned and pyramids reached for the heavens. In this age, jewellery was worn to boast one’s power and wealth. Tiger’s Eye was draped and adorned as a symbol of royalty, and wearers believed that the stone would grant them even greater luck. One entertaining Egyptian legend tells the tale of Hathor, a goddess with a terrible, ungodly temper. As the story goes, Hathor, the wife of Ra (the patron of the sun), would magically transform into the lioness Sekhmet before wreaking havoc on the world. Realising he should probably stop his moody wife, Ra crafted the “Eye of Ra”, known nowadays as a symbol of royal authority. With the Eye of Ra, made using Tiger’s Eye, Hathor was calmed and peace was once restored.

Tiger’s Eye Quartz is linked to another goddess- this time a Hindu deity (and much less temperamental!). Many Indian folk believe the Tiger’s Eye to represent bravery, strength, and protection – all qualities of the fierce warrior goddess, Durga – who is often depicted riding a tiger. In these parts, Tiger’s Eye has thus been coined, “Durga’s stone”, and bears those who wear it with inner-strength and confidence.

Another otherworldly association that we will share is with the god Bacchus, the god of wine and fertility (yes- amazingly- there is a god of wine!). The Romans would therefore use Tiger’s Eye to promote clear-thinking and protect against drunkenness. Well, that’s no fun! As depicted in illustrations, Bacchus wore a crown of Tiger’s Eye stones, enabling him to indulge without embarrassing himself.

A key element in Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese traditional practice that claims to use energy forces to harmonise individuals with their surroundings, Tiger’s Eye Quartz is used as a cure to mitigate any unwanted negative energies. While others believe that this sacred stone helps with fatigue, sadness, and negativity, promoting mental clarity in times of stress and uncertainty. Another use by the Chinese is during wedding ceremonies- where it is believed to bring about  good luck for the happy couple. Finally (in fact, there are more uses!), Tiger’s Eye is sometimes used in traditional Chinese medicine to enhance clairvoyance, which is the ability to predict the future.

Tiger’s Eye is thought in some African cultures to boast the ability to fend off the “evil eye”, a curse brought about by a malevolent glare and usually given to a person when one is unaware. Have no fear, though, as the mighty Tiger’s Eye Quartz is luckily strong enough to prevent such a curse, and will help its wearer to stay grounded and centred. Well, that’s a relief!

With all these remarkable reports and terrific tales, we couldn’t have found a more suitable muse for our latest fountain pen creation, the Tiger’s Eye. Fitting perfectly into our marvellous Talisman collection of pens, this delightful work-of-art sets out to convey the myths and legends not only in the pen’s design, but by actually infusing real Tiger’s Eye Quartz into the pen’s material. Time to see if the magic is really true – are you game?

Four-leaf clover

Fountain Pen

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The four-leaf clover is a delicate plant that is found mostly in the Northern Hemisphere, yet known around the world as the representation of good luck. This famous flower is a rare variation of the common three-leaf clover, and it is said that he who stumbles across a four-leaf clover will be blessed with eternal good luck and prosperity!

Four-leaf clovers are perhaps most commonly misconstrued with Irish tradition. It is said that when St. Patrick brought Christianity to Ireland in the fifth century, he used the three-leaf clover, otherwise known as a shamrock, to explain the Holy Trinity. Soon, the fourth leaf came to symbolize God’s grace – or luck.

Other stories claim that Ireland is home to more four-leaf clovers than anywhere else. So, now we know where the famous phrase, “luck of the Irish”, derives!

While it’s unclear exactly when the four-leaf clover began to gain its fame, one citing can be dated back to the 1600s. English author, John Melton, wrote, “If a man walking in the fields find any four-leaved grass, he shall in a small while after find some good thing.”

According to the Celts, the special four-leaf clover allowed the bearer to see these magical and mischievous little creatures! Carrying a clover meant that you were able to take action if you spotted a fairy, who were known for playing deadly tricks on unsuspecting mortals.

While the origins of this unique plant’s charm can’t be defined, one thing remains certain: with only 1 in 5,000 clovers bearing 4 petals instead of 3, finding one in nature is something to celebrate. For this reason, we have infused the four-leaf clover powder into our latest BENU creation: our mystical and mesmerizing Four Leaf Clover fountain pen!