Jolaine Sterling Silver Cat Pin

This adorable Sterling silver cat pin is made by Jolaine.  I believe it is fairly modern and it features a really nice, almost "celtic" pattern, of which I am a huge fan.  I could not find any information on Jolaine jewelry online other than a few similar pieces being sold.  The maker mark on this pin features a "J" followed by a heart representing the "O" followed by "laine."  The pin is also marked "STERLING."  Any additional information from my readers would be greatly appreciated. 

Cat jewelry was popular as far back as ancient Egypt, where cats were worshipped.  The cat motif in jewelry is still very popluar today.  Throughout the world, animals are believed to be loyal and courageous, offering strength, protection, and healing to their owners.  Wearing animal or "cat" jewelry can symbolize these ideas.  Cats are also believed by some (and by me) to have a strong connection the spirit world (think of the witches and the black cat!). 

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on http://www.rubylane.com/ is coming soon.

Thank you to the following website(s) for the historical content of this blog post:

Cat Lovers Gifts Guide. Retrieved 4/21//2011 from http://www.cat-lovers-gifts-guide.com/cat-jewelry.html