The Milagros “Miracle” necklace adorned with 9 unique charms on a silver paperclip link chain. This necklace is 16 inches long and can extend to 18 inches. The charms include: Four Sacred Hearts, the heart exudes a sense of truth and pureness. Two crosses, representing According to Sarah Coleman, an author, “The cross is a symbol of death but so much more – death and life, hate and love, violence and peace, accusation and forgiveness, sin and purity, brokenness and wholeness, all is lost but everything is gained, destruction and restoration, death and victory. The cross, once the cruelest form of execution, is now a symbol of abundant life.” The horned hand ( Mano Cornuta), this is often used in Mediterranean cultures to ward off the evil eye or bad luck, it also represents creativity, help and strength. The Moon and Star symbolizes femininity and is associated with intuition and emotional depth The Incan Sun representing life and warmth, is commonly associated with energy, optimism and power. The word Milagro in Spanish means "miracle" or "surprise" and people in the past and present use them as symbols to wish others good luck, good health, and hope for the future. Initially, Milagros were made to order by the town's silversmith.