wrigley80 Posted August 8, 2013 #26 Share Posted August 8, 2013 I realize they are bracelets but is there anything "special" about them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Geegitz Posted August 8, 2013 #27 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Wow those are cool. My wife would love those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Cool CAT Posted August 8, 2013 Author #28 Share Posted August 8, 2013 I realize they are bracelets but is there anything "special" about them Although I'm sure there are several variations of their history, I like the below: Hook Bracelet Story Islanders in the Caribbean have worn the hook bracelet for centuries. It has been adopted as a symbol of unity and love for islanders living in the Caribbean. Lore has built up around its simple horseshoe design. Some folklore states, with the open end of the hook pointed up toward your heart, your love is taken. With the open end of the hook worn down, away from your heart, your love is free or a subtle sign that you are unattached or single. Other folklore, with the hook worn up, keeps your luck with you, worn down you will bring in good luck when in need. One of the most accurate accounts of folklore that I have encountered while traveling throughout the Caribbean was when the men of a village would set out to sea. The men would leave to fish or deliver goods to other islands sometimes for weeks on end in order to make a living for their families. Their wives would wear the hook down with the open end of the hook pointed away from their heart, down their out stretched arms sending love and faith as they waved good bye to their men embarking on a long and dangerous journey on the high seas. When the men were due to return and their ship was spotted their wives would turn the hook up toward their heart symbolizing the safe return of their men from the dangers of the Caribbean. So depending on your luck or love, you can wear the bracelet or ring either way you wish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Cool CAT Posted August 8, 2013 Author #29 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Wow those are cool. My wife would love those. They are quite exquisite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrigley80 Posted August 9, 2013 #30 Share Posted August 9, 2013 Although I'm sure there are several variations of their history' date=' I like the below: Hook Bracelet Story Islanders in the Caribbean have worn the hook bracelet for centuries. It has been adopted as a symbol of unity and love for islanders living in the Caribbean. Lore has built up around its simple horseshoe design. Some folklore states, with the open end of the hook pointed up toward your heart, your love is taken. With the open end of the hook worn down, away from your heart, your love is free or a subtle sign that you are unattached or single. Other folklore, with the hook worn up, keeps your luck with you, worn down you will bring in good luck when in need. One of the most accurate accounts of folklore that I have encountered while traveling throughout the Caribbean was when the men of a village would set out to sea. The men would leave to fish or deliver goods to other islands sometimes for weeks on end in order to make a living for their families. Their wives would wear the hook down with the open end of the hook pointed away from their heart, down their out stretched arms sending love and faith as they waved good bye to their men embarking on a long and dangerous journey on the high seas. When the men were due to return and their ship was spotted their wives would turn the hook up toward their heart symbolizing the safe return of their men from the dangers of the Caribbean. So depending on your luck or love, you can wear the bracelet or ring either way you wish.[/quote'] Thanks I had no idea what they were Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountryRocker Posted August 9, 2013 #31 Share Posted August 9, 2013 Those are really cute!!! I may have to look for those as well! We will also be on the Magic 9/1. We haven't decided on an excursion yet so I might just have to spend the day jewelry shopping! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wv4dmb Posted August 15, 2013 #32 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I bought one in St John and I wear it daily. I have had so many compliments on it. I love it! :p ~Steph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oklahoma Digger Posted August 17, 2013 #33 Share Posted August 17, 2013 We bought ours from Caravan Gallery online (they're on St. John's). The hook is a little different - it's a 'J' and we absolutely love them! We bought ours ahead of time cause we renewed our vows at Magen's Bay in St. Thomas in April while on a cruise. I think the legend is on the website of The Hook Company. We used the story in our vow renewal ceremony and exchanged bracelets instead of new rings. We never take them off unless we're in chlorine pools. Ocean water is fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Cool CAT Posted September 9, 2013 Author #34 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Got my beautiful bracelet in Jamaica @ Tropicana Jewelers...it has been on me since...:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairnmom Posted September 9, 2013 #35 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I bought mine from Sonya Ltd. in St Croix. Love her designs. She has gold or silver or my favorite a combo of the two. Last time I bought one of her hurricane designs. http://sonyaltd.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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