Wholesale Beads and Jewelry Making Supplies
Shopping Cart SHOPPING CART: 0 item(s) / Total: $0.00
New & Back in Stock
Lonely Beads Sale
CHARMS & PENDANTS
Angel Jewelry
Animal Jewelry
Awareness Ribbon Jewelry
Celestial : Sun, Moon, Star
Celtic Jewelry
Christian Jewelry
Egyptian Jewelry
Fantasy Jewelry
Goddess Jewelry & Deity Jewelry
Jewish Jewelry & Judaica
Pagan Jewelry & Wiccan Jewelry
Southwestern Jewelry
Symbol and Sign Jewelry
Astrology & Zodiac Jewelry
Novelty & Other Jewelry
Pewter Charms & Pewter Pendants
Gemstone Beads
Acrylic Beads
African Opal Jasper Beads
Agate Beads
Alligator Skin Jasper Beads
Amber Beads
Amethyst Beads
Aventurine Beads
Black Onyx Beads
Bloodstone Beads
Bone Beads & Horn Beads
Bronzite Beads
Chrysocolla Beads
Coral Beads
Dragon Blood Jasper Beads
Glass Beads
Glass Pearls
Graduated Beads
Hematite Beads
Howlite Beads
Imperial Jasper Beads
Impression Jasper Beads
Jade Beads
Jasper Beads
Jet Beads
Kyanite Beads
Labradorite Beads
Lapis Beads | Lapis Lazuli Beads
Lava Beads
Malachite Beads
Moonstone Beads
Mother of Pearl Beads
Pearls - Freshwater Pearls
Polymer Clay Beads
Pyrite Beads
Quartz Crystal Beads
Rhodonite Beads
Sea Opal Beads | Opalite Beads
Sea Sediment Jasper Beads
Snowflake Obsidian Beads
Sodalite Beads
Tiger Eye Beads
Turquoise Beads
Unakite Beads
Wood Beads
Other Beads
Crystal Beads
Bicone Crystal Beads
Rondelle Crystal Beads
Round Crystal Beads
Coin Crystal Beads
Helix Crystal Beads
Teardrop & Briolette Crystal Beads
Beaded Beads Crystal Beads
Top-Drilled Bicone Briolette Crystal Beads
Simiplicity - Half Bicone Crystal Beads
Crystal Metal Beads and Findings
Crystal Pendants
Nugget Crystal Beads
Large Hole - Pandora Type
Crystal Spacer Beads
Other Crystal Beads
Large Hole Beads
Pandora Style Beads | Pandora Type Beads
Other Large-Hole Beads
Large Hole Bead Jewelry Basics
Design Ideas for You
Metal Beads
Sterling Silver Beads
Vermeil Beads
Copper Beads
Silver Plated Beads
Gold Plated Beads
Silver Pewter Beads
Gold Pewter Beads
Copper Pewter Beads
Bronze Pewter Beads
Aluminum Beads
Seed Beads
Miyuki Seed Beads
Delica Seed Beads
Czech Seed Bead Hanks
Jewelry Findings
Bails
Clasps and Toggles
Cones & End Caps
Earwires & Earring Hooks
Beadcaps
Jewelry Tags
Bead Captives
Cabochons
Bookmark Supplies
Chandelier Earring Parts
Drops and Danglers
Ear Cuff Findings
Filigree Components
Heapins & Eyepins
Bead Connectors and Link Findings
Y Necklace Findings
Rosary Supplies
Spacers & Spacer Beads
Strand Separators
Jumprings & Splitrings
Other Findings and Components
Pewter Jewelry Findings
Beading Focals
Beading Supplies
Stringing Materials
Beading Needles
Beading Patterns
Beading Kits
Necklace Chains & Cords
Finished Jewelry
Necklace Chains and Cords
Necklaces
Bracelets
Earrings
Rings
Sets
Other Wares
Candy Molds
Soap Molds
Pendulums
Wands
Dynamic Shopping
SHOP BY SHAPE
SHOP BY COLOR
Animal Print Items
Floral Print Items
2012 Year of the Dragon
CLEARANCE
Wholesale Bulk Items
A Few Customer Comments:

The quality of your jewelry findings and jewelry components just cannot be beat. Many thanks for such wonderful service, pricing and quality. Sincerely, Justine (PA)

I just received my first order today. WOW!! These are absolutely gorgeous. Just wanted to say thank you and I will be passing the word to fellow beaders about your site. The quality is wonderful. Can't wait to start on my next project. --Kay (WA)

I have been quite impressed with all of your products, customers service, prices and prompt delivery. Love the new site!! - Tara F. (MA)

I am simply amazed that an order placed Friday morning arrived in my mailbox Monday morning! A big THANK YOU for the quick picking, packing, and trip to the post office. Beautiful findings, beads and stones! So Very Happy --Cecily P. (CO)

Hello! I know most people write liking to b*tch about something, however, I like to write when a company is doing something right! Thank you so much for Not Playing Games with your customers. I really appreciate that your price points are every-day low for everybody, and that you don't hike them 2 to 3 times just to have a 'Sale' every once-in-awhile like so many bead & jewelry supply places out there do... It INFURIATES Me!!! It's so refreshing ordering from you guys! Best Regards as Always, Amanda
Home > CHARMS & PENDANTS
Sterling Silver Venus of Willendorf Charm
Sterling Silver Venus of Willendorf Charm
Reward Points
7 points will be awarded with purchase.
Share |

Sterling Silver Venus of Willendorf Charm
Item Id: SE-1857
Review this item Review this item
Your Price:
$6.95
Sold by: Each - Jumpring Included (not shown)
Qty:
40 In Stock

Quantity
Email a friend Email a friend
More Details :
Size : 20mm x 8mm
Material : Solid Sterling Silver
Goddess Jewelry - Hand-Made in the USA!

The Venus of Willendorf is considered one of the oldest depictions of the Great Earth Fertility Goddess. Dated between 30,000 and 25,000 BC, The 'Venus of Willendorf' is the name that was given to a female figurine that was found in 1908 by an archeologist named Joseph Szombathy in a Aurignacian loess deposit near the town of Willendorf in Austria. This statue is an important icon of prehistory. Archeologists have suggested many different ways of understanding its significance for the nomadic society which made it. The first suggestion is that it was a "Venus figure" or "Goddess," used as a symbol of fertility. Apart from being female, the statue has an enlarged stomach and breasts, its pubic area is greatly emphasized, probably serving as a representative of procreativity, and the red ochre pigment covering it has been thought to symbolize or serve as menstrual blood seen as a life giving agent. The second suggestion is that the figurine may have served as a good luck charm. Its diminutive size led archaeologists to assume that it may have been carried by the men during their hunting missions in which it served not only as a reminder of their mate back at home but also as a charm to bring them success in their hunting. This is further strengthened by the facelessness of the figurine giving it an air of mystery and anonymity which suggests that it may have been of more importance as an object rather than as a person. Also, the figurine's hair is braided in seven concentric circles, seven in later times being regarded as a magick number used to bring about good luck. A third possible significance put forth is that of the figurine serving as a mother goddess (earth mother or female deity). This comes from a suggestion that the statue was a woman whose specialness was indicated in her obesity since women in a hunter gatherer society would probably not have had the opportunity to get as obese. With all the suggestions that have been put forward about the significance of the sculpture, tentative conclusions can be made about the social, political and religious beliefs of the foraging society in which it was found. The use of the figurine as a deity suggests the practice of religious ceremonies to ensure the success of the tribe. As an earth goddess, it may have played the role of ensuring a continuous supply of food in the society. Along with this comes a possible belief in magic if the figurine was intended to ensure hunting success. Politically, it can be speculated that women due to their nurturing capabilities might have had an esteem role in the society. The society may have thus been more matriarchal rather than patriarchal as suggested by Jacob Bachojen (1815-1887), "Matriachate or gynaecocracy found among tribal peoples, where authority in both the family and the tribe was in the hands of the women, was to be associated with the worship of a supreme female earth deity". --Witcombe, Christopher L.C.E. Stone Age Women: "The Venus of Willendorf".
Perhaps You Might Also Like...
Purple Stone Cross Pendant, 50x40mm
Purple Stone Cross Pendant, 50x40mm
Qty: 6 In Stock
Average Rating 0 Review(s)
Your Price: $1.95
14k Gold Fancy Wire-Wrapped Vintage Hand-carved Shell Cameo Pendant
14k Gold Fancy Wire-Wrapped Vintage Hand-carved Shell Cameo Pendant
Qty: 1 In Stock
Average Rating 0 Review(s)
Your Price: $199.95
On sale: $149.95 On Sale
Large Turquoise Cross Pendant, 90x56mm
Large Turquoise Cross Pendant, 90x56mm
Qty: 52 In Stock
Average Rating 0 Review(s)
Your Price: $3.49
Comedy-Tragedy Drama Masks Pendant, Sterling Silver
Comedy-Tragedy Drama Masks Pendant, Sterling Silver
Qty: 10 In Stock
Average Rating 0 Review(s)
Your Price: $9.95
Large Crystal Peace Symbol Pendant with Hidden Beader Bails
Large Crystal Peace Symbol Pendant with Hidden Beader Bails
Qty: 45 In Stock
Average Rating 0 Review(s)
Your Price: $7.95
Recently Viewed Items
Sterling Silver Vampire Teeth Vampire Fangs Charm, Moveable
Sterling Silver Vampire Teeth Vampire Fangs Charm, Moveable
$14.95
Sterling Silver Unicorn Charm
Sterling Silver Unicorn Charm
$9.95
Sterling Silver Twisted 6-Sided Toggle Clasp
Sterling Silver Twisted 6-Sided Toggle Clasp
$8.95
Sterling Silver Twist Saucer & Ball Headpin, 20 gauge, 2-inch
Sterling Silver Twist Saucer & Ball Headpin, 20 gauge, 2-inch
$1.19
Browse Similar Items
CHARMS & PENDANTS > Goddess Jewelry & Deity Jewelry

2.
Silver Textured Heart Charm, Pewter Silver Textured Heart Charm, Pewter
$0.09 - $0.29
more details
3.
Silver Filigree Butterfly Pendant, Pewter Silver Filigree Butterfly Pendant, Pewter
$0.57 - $1.89
more details
4.
Bright Silver Beader Bailed Feather Charm, Pewter Bright Silver Beader Bailed Feather Charm, Pewter
$0.19
more details
5.
Silver Pewter Decorative Ring Large Hole Bead, Fits Pandora Silver Pewter Decorative Ring Large Hole Bead, Fits Pandora
$0.12 - $0.39
more details
6.
Silver Round Toggle w Wrap Accent, Pewter Silver Round Toggle w Wrap Accent, Pewter
$0.59
more details
7.
Gold Plated Brushed Potato Chip Spacer 8mm Gold Plated Brushed Potato Chip Spacer 8mm
$0.29
more details
8.
Made For An Angel Jewelry Tag, Silver Pewter Made For An Angel Jewelry Tag, Silver Pewter
$0.18 - $0.89
more details
9.
Silver Pewter Fancy Large Hole Spacer Bead, Fits Pandora Silver Pewter Fancy Large Hole Spacer Bead, Fits Pandora
$0.30 - $0.99
more details
10.
Silver Pewter Flower Band Barrel Large Hole Bead, Fits Pandora Silver Pewter Flower Band Barrel Large Hole Bead, Fits Pandora
$0.45 - $1.49
more details
11.
Sterling Silver Coil & Dots Jewelry Spacer Bead Sterling Silver Coil & Dots Jewelry Spacer Bead
$0.79
more details
12.
Sterling Silver Mermaid Pendant Sterling Silver Mermaid Pendant
$9.17
more details
13.
Rhinestone Crystal Spacer, Crystal AB Crystals Rhinestone Crystal Spacer, Crystal AB Crystals
$1.59
more details
14.
Silver Spiral Hand Pendant, Pewter Silver Spiral Hand Pendant, Pewter
$0.99
more details
15.
Comedy-Tragedy Drama Masks Pendant, Sterling Silver Comedy-Tragedy Drama Masks Pendant, Sterling Silver
$9.95
more details
16.
Large Hole Stopper Beads Plain Rimmed Barrel-type, Pair Large Hole Stopper Beads Plain Rimmed Barrel-type, Pair
$1.79
more details
17.
Antique Silver Fancy Oval Jewelry Endcap, Pewter Antique Silver Fancy Oval Jewelry Endcap, Pewter
$0.17 - $0.55
more details
18.
Celtic Large Hole Bead, Pandora Style, Triquetra, Barrel Bead Celtic Large Hole Bead, Pandora Style, Triquetra, Barrel Bead
$0.60 - $1.99
more details
19.
Copper Fancy Jewelry Cone Copper Fancy Jewelry Cone
$1.49
more details
20.
Gold Plated Brushed Potato Chip Spacer 14mm Gold Plated Brushed Potato Chip Spacer 14mm
$0.99
more details
Crystal Studded Pandora Style Large Hole Bead, Smoky Amethyst Crystal Studded Pandora Style Large Hole Bead, Smoky Amethyst
$3.95
Crystal Owl Pendant
$2.95
Large Crystal Peace Symbol Pendant with Hidden Beader Bails
$7.95
Silver Plated Large Hole Bead Necklace Torc
$7.95
Bright Gold Plated Pewter Heart Toggle Clasps, Bulk Pack 10-clasps
As low as $0.22 per Clasp
Fancy J-Hook Clasps, Bulk 10-set Packs
As low as <$0.27 / set
Madonna Rosary Components, Bulk 10-pieces
As low as <$0.18 each
Bright Gold Fancy Beadcaps, Pewter, Bulk 20-pieces
As low as ~$0.08 each
Bright Gold Angel Wing Beads, Pewter, Wholesale Bulk 10-pieces
As low as <$0.19 each
Russian Amazonite Chips
$4.95