Mati Evil Eye Necklace and Earring Set with Rhinestones

[Code : ME_KO97] Mati Evil Eye Necklace and Earring Set with Rhinestones

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This Necklace and Earrings set features Mati Evil Eye charms with rhinestones. The necklace charm hangs from a high quality rubber cord and is fastened with a standard lobster clasp with an extension chain.

Imported from Greece
Non-Precious Metal & Rhinestones, Rubber Cord
Silver Hook Earrings (for pierced ears only)

Earring Charm Approx. 18mm (.71 in) x 11mm (.43 in)
Necklace Charm Approx. 30mm (1.18 in) x 16mm (.63 in)
Necklace Length Approx. 508mm (20 in) with 2 in extension chain



The Evil Eye
Amongst Greek superstitions, the Evil Eye is one of the oldest and widely believed myths. According to superstition, a glance of the Evil Eye is believed to have the ability to cause injury or death on those who it falls. Belief in the evil eye is ancient and ubiquitous: it occurred in ancient Greece and Rome, is found in Jewish, Islamic, Buddhist, and Hindu traditions and in folk cultures and preliterate societies. The evil eye has persisted throughout the world into modern times.

In Greek history, Evil Eye charms can be traced to Ancient Greece. Paintings found on Greek triremes over two thousand years old, feature an Eye painted at the front of the trireme in an attempt to ward off the Evil Eye and protect the trireme while at sea. In Jewish culture, the evil eye (or "ayin harah" in Hebrew) is thought to be connected to one of the Ten Commandments, and is very much a part of basic Judaism. Arabs have also been known to include blue into amulets and gold coins since according to superstition blue provides protection from the effects of the Evil Eye. A painting of an Evil Eye is also known to be as effective, and Turkish glass artists have been creating such charms (known as "Nazar Bonjuk") for centuries.

Today, it its impossible walk through a Greek jewelry or gift store without encountering blue glass Evil Eyes in many sizes and shapes. GreekShops.com offers a wide selection of Evil Eye jewelry and decorative items for your home. These are hand-made pieces imported from Greece which can protect you against the Evil Eye for years to come!

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