The magnificently unique Unicorn traditionally has been noted not only for its tell-tale forehead horn, but also for its billy-goat beard, lion's tail, and cloven hooves. The unicorn has been represented throughout the centuries in accounts from both mythology and natural history (as Greek writers were convinced of its existence). This remarkable beast has been featured in 15th century Scottish heraldry (coats of arms) and in masterpieces of world art - to wit: "The Unicorn is Penned" tapestry (circa 1495 to 1505) at the Cloisters, MMA Metropolitan Museum of Art, N.Y.C.

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A rare triad: a frosted hand-painted blue glass candy dish from the depression era (most likely Westmoreland); alongside a hand-blown aqua glass bunny; and "The Secret Emerald" captured by the Frosted Lion from the Emerald City.

[ Editor's note: The Westmoreland Glass Co. was opened in 1890 at Grapeville, Pa. and it had many hits throughout the Depression glass era. ]

In which the Frozen Lion captures the sacred emerald from the Emerald City and proceeds to thaw, and finally regains his lost courage.

"Save me from the lion's mouth; for thou hast heard me from the horns of unicorns."
- Psalms 22:21

From the New York Public Library...courage; to Trafalgar Square, London and Venice, Italy...courage; to Wat Phra Keo (Bangkok Thailand) and to the Shisa Guardion Lions of Tokyo...courage. [ Apologies to The Wizard of Oz's Cowardly Lion and to Rod Stewart 's "Passion". - ed. ]

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: / Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.” - Matthew 13:45, 46

The oyster opens its mouth and beholds a plethora of iridescence amid the pearl of great price.