The Zeeland button is the symbol of everything that recalls and refers to the culture of Zeeland. The design of this piece of jewellery varies, but always has a recurring pattern. Think also of the coat of arms of this province: “Luctor et Emergo”. I struggle and emerge! This refers to the centuries-old struggle against the water of the sea.
Red hardwood
Tropical hardwood was used for this prayer nut. That turned out to be less practical, because the writing is harder… Read the story
Having a strong heart
Someone wrote this in Chinese: “Have a strong heart”, which loosely translates as “Keep going!”. Don’t lose heart… Read the story
Button
To remind myself, I’d sometimes tie a knot in my handkerchief. You could also use an antique button from your grandmother’s sewing box… Read the story