Il-Wott (Capricorn)
22nd December to 19th Janaury
Responsible, Disciplined, Self-controled and Good Managers.
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Iz- Zir (Aquarius)
20th January to February 18th
Excellent observational skills, cognitive flexibility, and a tremendous desire to learn; they are impartial, peaceful, and effective thinkers.
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Il-Qaws (Sagittarius)22nd November to 21st DecemberOptimistic, lovers of freedom, hilarious, fair-minded, honest and intellectual.
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Il-PavaljuniThese stunning street decorations (furniture) give a unique festive feeling allover Malta during the local feasts. Great craftsmanship is involved and a yearlong work and dedication by village volunteers.
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Il-HabbataThe Door knob – It comes mostly in brass in various shapes and figures. Back in the day, these door knockers were very important as they symbolized the status and wealth of the house owner.
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Il-HabbataThe Door knob – It comes mostly in brass in various shapes and figures. Back in the day, these door knockers were very important as they symbolized the status and wealth of the house owner.
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Il-Lira Maltija
What a nostalgia and how many memories. The Maltese Lira was the local currency from from 1972 until 31 December 2007.
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Il-Gallarija Maltija The Maltese Balcony adorns our villages especially the village core where one can admire an impressive craftsmanship giving that unique style to our façades.
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What beautiful colors lighting up all the green marrow leaves. Pleasant to the eye and delicate with special culinary dishes.
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What beautiful colors lighting up all the green marrow leaves. Pleasant to the eye and delicate with special culinary dishes.
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The traditional Maltese clock is an icon for the Maltese culture. "Tal- Lira" literally meant the One Maltese Lira ( Clock ) for its actual cost at the time. Today "l-arlogg tal-lira" is a noble piece of furniture that involves artistic work and a lot of skill.
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A Lucentina for every letter. Ideal for initials, names or to create your own decor.
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The Cross – For the Maltese through its strong Catholic roots, this symbol is sacred. It represents hope, believe, truth and all that is spiritual. This is a simple Baroque Cross used by the Knights of St John during liturgical Services. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Out of stockSun – Symbolises life, Warmth, Happiness, Joy, Charm, Glory, Splendour – Sunny Malta – Xemx is also widely used colloquially to personify beauty, brightness, braveness, intelligence amongst others. It is extensively used in local traditional songs and poems. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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The Key – Symbolises the tool to open/close doors, solve problems, open ways, open hearts and is also the symbol given to important people ( religious mostly ) that have the key to open the heavens. It is above all the old Maltese word for Key.
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The guardian angel – In the Maltese culture the guardian angel has a special place in the families. A prayer is taught to children from when they are very small before bed time and when they wake up, praying the guardian angel to guard and protect them. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Il- Luzzu - Our Traditional colorful fishing boat. Good to note that each harbour of birth had its own synonymous colors. This was helpful at sea to easily identify port of origin. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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L-Ghajn - The Eye - A Mediterranean widely used superstition symbol. The Eye is also known as the Eye of Osiris in other cultures. Same meaning - that to protect from misfortune. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Il-Boxxla – The Compass: is there a better tool on the an Island? Besides its obvious meaning this word - il-Boxxla - is used frequently in the Maltese language, metaphorically to describe how a person is/has acted - Tilef il-Boxxla - Lost his temper. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Maltese Cross – Dedicated to Knights of St John that governed Malta between 1530 up to 1798. The eight pointed Cross has a purpose and a meaning. The eight countries from where the Nights of St John originated and the eight beatitudes which Jesus expressed as per the gospel of Matthew. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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The Crown symbol of power, victory, triumph, honour, glory and immortality. The Crown is vastly used in the Maltese tradition, being also used by the church to glorify God and saints. It is also the symbol used extensively in weddings for the bride being the Queen of the night. Dimensions – Length:20cm, Width:15cm, Depth: 4.5-7cm
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Il-Bebbuxu – The snail is just unique – we have decided to leave the comments and feelings to you. Someone might interpret as the Home, the Protection or maybe the Wise, Slow but Focused snail.
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Out of stockHabib Fidil – What a great company – someone once said “The Dog is the best Man’s friend” I agree . . . Do you?
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Out of stockHypogeum – This spiral symbol can be called also the tree of life or the infinite spiral tree. The artist had in mind the spiral designs found in Maltese Neolithic temples especially at the Hypogeum, where its believed that there could have taken place veneration of the dead and spiritual transformation.
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Out of stockIx-Xorti – Fortune, has been part of the Maltese Culture and Superstition for ages. On a small island like Malta "ix-xorti" played a big role in the local superstition and beliefs. "Ix-Xorti t-tajba" is used a lot to wish one good luck in an important venture or decision.
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Out of stockIr-Re u Ir-Regina – Two of the highest cards, here resembling the male and the female, the King and the Queen. Important to note . . .the Queen is always on top!
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Out of stockIl-Loghob ta’ l-Azzard - The playing cards collection. It was very common in previous years to meet, while walking around a village small groups of friends and neighbours passing time playing cards relaxing and socialising.
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Out of stockIz-Ziemel tal-Bahar – What a mysterious and astonishing creature; The seahorse - also found in the Maltese blue waters.
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Out of stockGhar Dalam – This is a prehistoric cave in the south of Malta. Lots of carcases have been found here that are native of north and central Africa. This is a proof that Malta once was connected to the north of Africa, a time when the Mediterranean basin was still a lake.
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Out of stockIt-Tuffieha – The Apple, what a fruit! “It-Tuffieha” has a very versatile meaning in the Maltese language. As per Christian religion it’s the fruit of sin and temptation, but it is also the fruit of knowledge and seduction. I hope that you all agree that best, one relates “it-tuffieha” with the latter!
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Out of stockIl-Gremxula – The Lizard, is commonly found in the Maltese countryside especially on rubble walls enjoying the heat of our beautiful sun.
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Out of stockIr-Rummiena – The pomegranate has been on the Maltese islands since the Phoenicians. It’s a very refreshing fruit especially in the summer hot days; it also symbolises sanctity, fertility, and abundance for the Maltese culture.
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Order a Lucentina featuring the coat of arms or family crest of your favourite surname. Ideal as a gift to showcase the history and heritage of the Maltese families.
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Out of stockThe Bee Queen - The bee in Malta has a very important part both for the farming industry and for the commoners. A wide variety of honey is produced here in Malta. The word “Regina” also is metaphorically given with love and affection to the woman one loves and admires, “Regina” being the Queen!!
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Out of stockThe guardian angel – In the Maltese culture the guardian angel has a special place in the families. A prayer is taught to children from when they are very small before bed time and when they wake up, praying the guardian angel to guard and protect them.
