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This Just In: Papessa Prayer Lockets

August 10, 2007 by WendyB

My Papessa Prayer Lockets were inspired by the story of the medieval Pope Joan, who disguised herself as a man to become the spiritual leader of the Catholic church. Most historians dismiss the female pope as legend, but she has her supporters too. Whatever you choose to believe, this locket is perfect for carrying a tiny prayer scroll, love note or good luck token. Shown open (the pieces unscrew) and closed in both 18K yellow and rose gold with diamonds. Worn on a 28″ chain. I am also working on a white gold version with pink sapphires.


(Photos by SquareMoose)
(Design © Gigi Caron Ltd. 2007)

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  1. Katie says

    August 11, 2007 at 11:08 am

    I love it! And I think it’s inspiring to women everywhere to think of the female pope – a woman kick ass enough and passionate enough to live as a man and take over a leader posistion reserved only for men 🙂 Which makes me love your necklace even more!

  2. Candid Cool says

    August 11, 2007 at 12:31 pm

    very pretty

  3. Princess Poochie says

    August 11, 2007 at 6:47 pm

    I love lockets and this is a great fresh take on them. How much is the rose gold version?

    Luv
    Poochie
    PS. Thanks for stoppping by.
    http://shoedaydreams.blogspot.com/

  4. WendyB says

    August 12, 2007 at 12:02 am

    Hi Poochie. I’m glad you like the lockets. I expect them to retail for about $3600 – $3800. I haven’t even shown them to any retailers yet so I don’t know what that end price would be…but that’s my best guess.

  5. In Yr Fshn says

    August 13, 2007 at 6:49 am

    Ahhh… beautiful!! Lady, you are killing me with these prices! Now I have to break up with my bf and find a richer man. Oh well! The necklace is worth it. 🙂

  6. WendyB says

    August 13, 2007 at 6:52 am

    Ha ha…or just make your BF work harder so that he’s rich. Believe me, every day I’m crying over the price of gold. In 2001, this piece would have been half the price.

  7. Fabi says

    August 13, 2007 at 9:13 am

    wow these are beautiful! I love them, very different from what I’ve seen.

  8. WendyB says

    August 13, 2007 at 9:17 am

    Thank you, Fabi! XOXO

  9. B.lush says

    August 13, 2007 at 4:31 pm

    OMG! It’s so gorgeous. Where can I get me one?

    ps I am thoroughly enjoying your blog. Glad you found me so I could find you.

  10. Fashion Tidbits says

    September 18, 2007 at 10:20 am

    wow~ the rose gold one is lovely too!

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