Named for the Enchanted Island of Coronado off the coast of Southern California, this Heirloom Hourglass design is inspired by its pristine beaches, historical island community, and stunning ocean vistas. Coronado Island is a Pacific Coast paradise that is home to beaches nationally recognized for their beauty and romance, and it is the type of place where once in a lifetime moments are made. Fill “The Coronado” from Heirloom Hourglass with sands from your favorite California beach, or from any location that your travels take you! Made from tropical brown granite, maple rope shaped pillars, and 24-carat gold plated ship wheel closures, this hourglass is a beautiful tribute to sandy beaches and sun-kissed summer days. Nothing makes a more meaningful keepsake than sands from the very place your memories were made flowing through a handcrafted hourglass, and you can easily fill “The Coronado” from either side with beach sand you collect by simply turning the 24-carat gold plated solid pewter ship wheels. They say that the hourglass is the ultimate symbol of the passage of time, and “The Coronado” will take you back to that special place every time you see your sands flowing through it! Customize your hourglass with our wide range of closure options – we have hearts, palm trees, starfish, suns, shells, and much more! Personalize it with an engraved plate that tells the place, date, and a message about where your sands are from. A collection kit with all you need to gather your sands and fill your hourglass is included. Because of your purchase, we donate $1.00 to a good cause. Please select where you would like it to go from the drop down menu. If you do not see your organization of choice, please select other and enter information into the Notes to seller section during the ordering process. For more information, please see the Camaraderie page of the website.
“The Ambiance” from Heirloom Hourglass is handcrafted for you to create a distinctively alluring environment wherever it is displayed. This unique and artistic hourglass will become a conversation piece that creates intrigue among all who enter your home. Make “The Ambiance” a cherished keepsake when you fill it with real beach sands you collect in your travels, or even with soils from the very grounds of places that hold a special meaning to you such as your home or the home of a loved one. “The Ambiance” really sets the tone with the deep hues and structure of the Tropical Brown granite bases and the striking American black walnut rope shaped pillars that are finished to enhance the warm glow of the wood grain. Two 24-carat gold plated solid pewter ship wheel closures, one on each side, contrast perfectly with the rich shades of the granite and wood, and these premium quality materials combine to create a regal hourglass of commanding beauty. There is nothing quite as symbolic of a time, place, or event than a small piece of the earth in the form of sand or soil – fill your Heirloom Hourglass and create a time capsule of unparalleled meaning that tells the story of your once in a lifetime moment. “The Ambiance” can be personalized and customized with the wide selection of options that we offer, and a collection kit for gathering your sands is included that comes with an individually numbered gift book intended for you to record notes about your hourglass and the story of its contents.
Bring your once in a lifetime Wedding Day moments home in “The Angel”, from Heirloom Hourglass! Perfect for Wedding Unity Sand Ceremonies, Vow Renewals, Anniversaries, and more, “The Angel” is designed to become a symbol of your love and a treasured family heirloom that tells the story of your special day for generations to come. “The Angel” is made from a Spanish marble called Crema Marfil that displays beautiful shades of cream and beige with subtle white and gray veining. This elegant natural stone is perfect for formal occasions, and it matches perfectly with the maple rope shaped pillars. The two intertwining strands of the hardwood rope pillars are the perfect symbol of your bond of love in marriage, and your journey through life together. The maple is sealed with a beautiful glossy finish, accentuating the warmth of the wood grain as the light reflects off the elegant curves of the rope shaped pillars. Two 24-carat gold plated solid pewter heart shaped closures complete “The Angel”, and they are intended to represent your two hearts becoming one! Include optional engraving on the hearts for an added personal touch. We offer a wide range of options for customizing and personalizing your hourglass, an extensive selection of colored sands, and variety of Sand Ceremony packages. A collection kit that helps you gather your own real beach sand from somewhere special is included with your hourglass. Because of your purchase, we donate $1.00 to a good cause. Please select where you would like it to go from the drop down menu. If you do not see your organization of choice, please select other and enter information into the Notes to seller section during the ordering process. For more information, please see the Camaraderie page of the website.
Bring your once in a lifetime moments from that tropical coast vacation home, in “The Coral Coast” from Heirloom Hourglass! Sunny skies, warm breezes, and pristine beaches are the inspiration for this hourglass, and all it needs is your coral sands flowing through it to remind you of that oceanside vacation each time you turn it over. “The Coral Coast” is handcrafted for you with Rosa Porino granite, which displays a wonderful shade of coral pink highlighted by hues of rose and white in a deep, sparkling crystal landscape. This Spanish granite is a wonderful match for the maple rope shaped pillars and the 24-carat gold plated ship wheel closures that complete this hourglass. Take your sweetheart on vacation somewhere tropical and go for a romantic stroll down a white coral sand beach, or perhaps a pink or even red sand beach on Valentine’s Day…..when you bring some sand home with you from these special times and fill your Heirloom Hourglass, you’ll capture the moment, preserve these precious memories, and create an heirloom! “The Coral Coast” can be customized with a wide range of optional closure shapes, and we offer many engraving options for personalizing your hourglass. A collection kit with all you need to gather sands from your coral coast vacation and fill your hourglass is included. Because of your purchase, we donate $1.00 to a good cause. Please select where you would like it to go from the drop down menu. If you do not see your organization of choice, please select other and enter information into the Notes to seller section during the ordering process. For more information, please see the Camaraderie page of the website.
Remember how you felt in the moment that little jewelry box opened up and you first saw your diamond engagement ring? Experience that joy and excitement all over again during your wedding ceremony with The Diamond, from Heirloom Hourglass! New for 2010, this incredible handcrafted gemstone hourglass brings the wedding unity sand ceremony to another level of beauty, prestige, and elegance. The bases of The Diamond are cut from real genuine quartz crystal. This captivating natural stone displays a translucent crystalline structure, and the surface is hand polished to achieve a smooth, reflective finish. You may choose to have your Diamond hourglass set in either platinum finish or gold finish to match your engagement ring or wedding rings. The Diamond set in platinum finish comes with a solid pewter heart closure on one side and our solid pewter Two Hearts Become One closure on the other side. The Diamond set in gold finish comes with 24 carat gold plated solid pewter heart shaped closures on both sides of the hourglass. These closures allow you to easily open and close your hourglass from either side, so you can fill it with colored sands or your own real beach sands from anywhere in the world. We offer many additional closure designs and a wide range of engraving and personalizing options as well. The Diamond is approximately 9 3/4 inches in height and approximately 5 1/2 inches around. Be sure to view the additional photos of these incredible Heirloom Hourglass designs: Click Here Create the perfect wedding unity ceremony by choosing from our wide range of Heirloom Hourglass Unity Sand Ceremony packages, and over 135 colors of sand. A kit for collecting real beach sand is included in the prices of this hourglass. Because of your purchase, we donate $1.00 to a good cause. Please select where you would like it to go from the drop down menu. If you do not see your organization of choice, please select other and enter information into the Notes to seller section during the ordering process. For more information, please see the Camaraderie page of the website.
This hourglass is specially crafted with the 25th Wedding Anniversary in mind but can be used for any special occasion, for a wedding sand ceremony. It is made using our Granite Oceanstone bases, and solid pewter rope shaped pillars. The pewter used by Heirloom Hourglass is of the highest quality available, making The Silver Anniversary model hourglass a collectible that will only increase in value as the years go by. Each pillar is ¾” thick and about 8” in length. The rope pattern is chosen for the two intertwining strands that perfectly symbolize the intertwining of two people’s lives that lead them to their 25th Anniversary celebration. This Heirloom Hourglass comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheels and a sand collection kit. Complete The Silver Anniversary with sands from the first beach you went to together as a couple, sands from a special location you’re celebrating your 25th at, or sands from any location with symbolic meaning to you. This model also makes a great gift for children to give their parents on their 25th Anniversary. Many people customize this hourglass with solid pewter hearts, or with solid pewter ship wheels that have the couple’s Birthstones in them. A silver plate engraved with names, dates, and a special note is the perfect finishing touch.
Capture a moment, preserve you memories, and create an heirloom in The Cathedral, from Heirloom Hourglass. Inspired by the intricate architectural details of cathedrals around the world, this hourglass pays homage to these classical and historic structures. The Cathedral is crafted using solid maple hardwood bases which are finished with a rich mahogany stain and sealed with a subtle gloss varnish. The pillars are made from solid pewter, and this hourglass comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheel closures. The Cathedral model hourglass is ideal for use in Unity Sand Ceremonies at both religious ceremony locations and beach ceremony location Weddings. The Cathedral is also the perfect addition to any stately décor, combining inspiration from classical structures and nautical history with rich, modern design elements. Customize this hourglass with solid pewter heart closures, anchors, or birthstone ship wheels. A collection kit for gathering sand to from a special location to fill The Cathedral with is included.
Because of your purchase, we donate $1.00 to a good cause. Please select where you would like it to go from the drop down menu. If you do not see your organization of choice, please select other and enter information into the Notes to seller section during the ordering process. For more information, please see the Camaraderie page of the website.
Inspired by one of the most prominent metropolitan centers in the world, The New Yorker is an hourglass designed to capture the essence of the city it is named for. The sleek and substantial rope pillars are made from solid pewter, and this design element is a tribute to the majestic skyscrapers that New York is well known for. We use our deep blue Kyanite Oceanstone bases to compliment the pillars, and two solid pewter ship wheel closures come standard with this hourglass. New York City is a cultural mecca, financial and business epicenter, and is home to a cutting edge society that influences the world. The New Yorker from Heirloom Hourglass is inspired by these elements and combines them with modern design and nautical history. This hourglass is a stunning addition to your metropolitan décor, and only needs your sands flowing through it to preserve your memories and symbolize your lifestyle. A collection kit is included, making The New Yorker the perfect gift for any occasion!
The Parthenon is a temple that was built in the 5th Century BC for the Greek goddess Athena, and it is regarded as one of the world’s greatest cultural monuments. Built on the Athenian Acropolis, the Parthenon was used as a treasury and housed some of the most historically significant statues known to man. “The Parthenon” hourglass model from Heirloom Hourglass is a stunning tribute to this beautiful structure. It is designed to hold and display sands that are symbolic of important events or travels in the life of its owner in the same distinguished manner The Parthenon of ancient Greece housed the treasured valuables of its time. The Parthenon model hourglass is made using our Marble Oceanstone bases and solid pewter rope pillars. The combination of the Marble Oceanstone and solid pewter is a graceful and elegant addition to any home it graces, and it comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheel closures. Fill The Parthenon with sands you gather using the collection kit included. You can customize The Parthenon with solid pewter hearts, anchors, or birthstone ship wheels to create the perfect gift for any occasion, or the ideal hourglass for your Wedding Unity Sand Ceremony, Anniversary, or Vow Renewals.
Named for the renowned city in the Southwest of France that is regarded as the world’s wine industry capital, The Bordeaux from Heirloom Hourglass draws its inspiration and design from this region’s wine producing heritage of excellence. Made using our deep red Garnet Oceanstone bases and solid pewter rope shaped pillars, The Bordeaux is a welcome addition to the home or Chateau of any wine connoisseur. The deep red and very subtle earth tone pattern of the Garnet Oceanstone bases is symbolic of the red wines produced by appellations of this region and the vineyards around the world they inspire. This model hourglass comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheel closures to honor the rich nautical history of the hourglass, and they look beautiful with the solid pewter rope pillars. A collection kit is also included which offers everything needed to collect your sands and fill your hourglass. Customize The Bordeaux with solid pewter heart shaped closures that match the Garnet Oceanstone bases perfectly and give as a gift to someone special. Cheers!
Sands from any of the world’s destinations will look beautiful flowing through The Atlantis, from Heirloom Hourglass. Finely crafted from our Aqua Oceanstone bases and solid pewter rope pillars, The Atlantis is designed to be a symbol of the sea and its natural beauty. The light blue-green Aqua Oceanstone contains subtle turquoise colored flecks throughout, and the beauty of these hourglass bases is enhanced by the two solid pewter ship wheel closures that come standard with the hourglass. The lost city of Atlantis is symbolic of the mysteries of the seas, and this hourglass captures this essence beautifully. Make it unique to a special moment or place in your life by filling it with sands you bring home with you using the collection kit included. The Atlantis and any Heirloom Hourglass can be customized with different closures, engravings, and personalization options. Pewter anchors and pewter heart closures are popular choices for this model.
The Venus from Heirloom Hourglass is named for its feminine elegance and graceful beauty. Made from our Blush Rose Oceanstone bases and solid pewter rope pillars, The Venus is ideal for Weddings and it makes the perfect gift for a special woman. Complete The Venus by filling it with sands you collect from your travels or from a location with symbolic meaning using the collection kit included. The hourglass comes standard with two solid pewter ship wheels that compliment the light pink bases and pewter rope pillars beautifully. Venus is said to be symbolic of love, clearness, brightness, and purity, making The Venus from Heirloom Hourglass a meaningful and touching gift. Customize The Venus with engraved solid pewter hearts or birthstone ship wheels for an added personal touch of elegance.
