Ancient Egyptian Coptic Ankh Cross Black Tone Pendant with Necklace 24'' Chain Goth Key of Life Symbol Mythology Jewelry Retro Amulet

Necklace Unisex Adult Black Goth Charm Necklace

Department: Unisex
Color: Black
Shape: Ankh Cross
Chain Length: Approx. 24"
Type: Charm Necklace
Material: Alloy

The symbol of the Ankh has also been interpreted as a symbol of balance between opposing forces, for example, between masculinity and femininity. It can also represent joy, energy, and fertility. One of the interpretations of the meaning of this symbol relates it to sexual union and therefore to fertility and life.

Goth fashion has a tendency to appreciate jewelry with mystical symbolism like eternal life, death, the occult, etc. The Ankh is especially popular because of its meaning, a symbol of life, which has a certain poetic translation to Goth's philosophy of appreciating the light within darkness, so to speak.

The ankh symbol—sometimes referred to as the key of life or the key of the nile—is representative of eternal life in Ancient Egypt. Created by Africans long ago, the ankh is said to be the first--or original--cross.

A deceased person was sometimes called an ankhu to symbolize her or his life after death. The ankh was also used as a talisman by many gods, such as the sun god, Ra, as a symbol of creation, or the god of the dead, Anubis, for his power over life and death.

As a vivifying talisman, the ankh is often held or offered by gods and pharaohs. The form of the symbol derives from a sandal strap. As a cross, it has been extensively used in the symbolism of the Coptic Orthodox Church.