Bastet was the beautiful Greek goddess and daughter of Ra. She was known for her beauty and enchanting nature, depicted as a cat or a woman with a cat head. The cat as a symbol carries double meanings. It balances two opposite things always; light and dark, rest and action, outer and inner, up and down, good or bad. Overall it is a symbol of patience, independence, curiosity, and courage. ✦ Chain m easures 18 inches / 18K Gold Overlay ✦ Pendant measures .7 inches / 24K GP