The star is a recurring alchemical motif. The placement of the stars on the Celeste instrument is based on the sacred geometry of the Fibonacci Sequence found in the mathematics of nature…flowers, seed heads, pinecones, seashells etc. This pattern, along with its mathematical ratios and proportions, can also be found in harmonics, music, light, and in the eccentric beauty of the cosmos. More on the Celeste Design The circular shape alone is an alchemical symbol of the never ending circle of life. Placing a half moon and half sun inside the circle supplies another layer of meaning. The sun represents the masculine, fire, the divine spark, nobility, and incorruptibility. The moon represents the feminine, fertility, resurrection, immortality and intuition. Alchemists would incorporate the two to assure balance. Orbiting the Moon/Sun is a field of stars, an “A” for Alkemi, a Crown and a Musical Note. The design is laser etched on the soundboard and then hand tinted for contrast. Specifications CELESTE Profile: Concert Top: Mahogany with etched Celestial design by Morgan de Villiers Back & Sides: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fingerboard: Rosewood Fret markers: Signature Alkemi “Four Elements” at 12th Bridge: Rosewood Nut & Saddle: Black OEM Graphite Headstock: Mahogany with Techwood veneer Machine heads: Open Back Chrome Machine head pegs: Black Strings: Aquila Finish: Open pore satin Gig Bag included Sku: UKE C CEL Measurements Concert mm Scale Length: 377 Overall Instrument Length: 620 Body Length: 284 Number of frets: 20 Width at upper bout: 157 Width at lower bout: 216 Width at waist: 132 Soundhole diameter: 58 Body Depth: 70 Fingerboard width at nut: 35 Fingerboard width at neck/body joint: 43 Neck thickness at 1st fret: 18.4 Neck thickness at body: 22.7 Total number of frets: 20.5 Brace material: Spruce
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