Sterling Silver Star of David Pendant with Hoshen — 12 Tribes Stones

Description

Two of the most recognizable symbols in Jewish tradition, brought together in one piece. This pendant takes the familiar form of the Magen David and sets twelve colored stones across its face — the Hoshen, the jeweled breastplate worn by the High Priest in the Temple, with one stone for each of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Cast in 925 sterling silver with the stones individually set, the piece has weight and presence without being oversized. The silver frames the color rather than competing with it, so it reads as jewelry first and symbol second — easy to wear daily, dressy enough for a chag or a simcha.

About the Hoshen

Described in the book of Exodus, the Hoshen held twelve precious stones arranged in four rows, each engraved with the name of a tribe. It was worn over the heart, a reminder that the whole nation was carried together. Wearing it today is a quiet way of keeping that idea close.

Made in Israel

Marina Jewelry has been designing and producing Judaica jewelry in Israel for decades, working in sterling silver and gold with an emphasis on traditional symbolism executed cleanly. Each piece is finished and inspected before it ships.

A gift that means something

Bat mitzvah, birthday, anniversary, or a milestone worth marking — this is the kind of piece people keep. It carries a story you can actually tell, which is more than most jewelry offers.

Care: store in a dry place, avoid perfume and cleaning products directly on the stones, and polish the silver with a soft cloth to keep its shine.