A phrase with two meanings. Physical: a sword that has sharp edges on both sides. Metaphorical: A word or action that has both favorable and unfavorable consequences. You mess with the cat you get the claws. Sword with drop measures approximately 3.5” in length. Size, shape, and color may vary as no two stones are alike. *We apply liver of sulfur to form a black (gunmetal) patina on our copper. If a pendant is rubbing back and forth on skin it may start to lose its darkened appearance revealing the natural copper. Each piece is sealed with a metal sealant/protectant, however there currently isn’t a product on the market that lasts indefinitely.