The symbol of the shepherd's crook is an ancient one, representing the humble shepherds who were first to worship the newborn Christ. The charm represents two candy canes stained with stripes to show the scourging Jesus received by which we are healed. The candy canes are mounted over a nickel-free stainless steel and outlined with gold enamel. Don’t forget its old deep message that Jesus is the Christ while biting your tasty candy cane or adding it to your holiday collection of 9 mm Italian charms.