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A 7/8 inch disc is cut from 20 gauge sterling silver and hand stamped with the constellation Canis Major. It is shown on an 18" cable chain that closes with a trigger clasp. Other lengths and types of chain are available. Just drop me a note and I'll customize the necklace to your specifications! Can be embellished with a gem or crystal. Convo me for options.

Care for a different constellation? Drop me a line and we'll design something just for you! Also works well on a key ring.

All components are sterling silver and the necklace will be packed in a gifty jewelry box.

U.S. shipping INCLUDES INSURANCE.

In Greek myth Canis Major, aka the Great Dog, and Canis Minor (the not-so-great dog?) were Orion's hunting dogs. Canis Major was one of the most important constellations in ancient times because the brightest star in the sky is part of it.

Sirius, the Dog Star, is the brightest star in the night sky. Only the Moon and the planets Venus, Jupiter and Mars are brighter.

Canis Major is easy to find November through March. Just locate Orion the Hunter, which dominates the winter sky, and imagine a straight line through his belt. Follow the line to the southeast, and you will see Sirius perched right below it.

sterling silver