Bronze Pretzel Charms - Symbol of Prosperity, Undying Love, and Spiritual Fulfillment 22mm long - 3pcs
Small bronze pretzel charm, sold in sets of three. This is a double-sided charm and looks the same on both sides.Quantity: Sold in increments of 3Size: about 22mm long, 13mm wide, 2.5mm thick, the hole is: 2mm(7/8" long x 1/2" wide)Material: Zinc alloy with antiqued bronze finishSymbolism: good luck, prosperity, and spiritual fulfillment, pretzels were also commonly distributed to the poor, as a way of providing them with both spiritual and literal sustenance. By the 17th century, the interlocking loops of the pretzel had come to symbolize undying love as well. History: The origins of the pretzel go back to a monastery in the mountains between Southern France and Northern Italy. In 610 AD the monks created the first soft pretzels. They didn't want to waste the dough leftover from making unleavened communion bread. Christians in those days prayed with their arms crossed over their chest, with each hand on the opposite shoulder. The monks realized that the dough could be twisted into a s