Merlin’s Raven Amulet

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 28, 2015
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Corvus Corax:
the Raven is a rather large Black Crow of higher intelligence than one might think.
Creative,
imaginative and superior in problem solving,
this bird has been revered in myth and legend for centuries;
and no wounder:
the brain pan of this noble bird
is one of the largest of birds.

The Raven Amulet

The Raven Amulet

Among the Norse,
Raven banner standards were carried by Jarls of Orkney,
King Canute the Great of England,
Norway and Denmark, and Harald Hardrada.
Symbolic to the Celts the Goddess Morrígan
alighted on the hero Cú Chulainn’s shoulder
in the form of a raven after his death.

Bran the Blessed translates to raven
whose head was buried in the White Hill of London as a talisman
against invasion Of the Tlingit and Haida cultures,
the Raven was both a Trickster and Creator god.

Even in Edger Allen Poe’s famous poem The Raven is a harbinger of thought provoking tidings.

In my collection of jewelry,
I have created a Raven flying across the sky,
the his wings resting on the wind.

Please visit my Raven Amulet Page.

For more nature designs, please see my Flora and Fauna Jewelry page

Merlin’s Custom Amulet to Protect Against Evil

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 27, 2015
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I typically create amulets of an esoteric nature, most of the time specificity to enhance Spirit, to focus on the Sacred or to celebrate joy, beauty and other worth while endeavors. However from time to time I am requested to create an amulet for protection.

Amulet to Protect Against Evil

Recently I created one of the classic amulets to “Protect against Evil”, from the classic body of work: Greater Key of Solomon.

The Key of Solomon is a collection of composite symbols (or mandalas) which combine sacred writings and symbols, each dedicated to specific “Planets”. When originally developed the concept of a “Planet” included both the Moon and the Sun. Although attributed to the Hebrew King Solomon, the earliest found references to the Key is near the 12th to 14th centuries (depending on your historical reference).

A client requested the seal of “Protection against Evil”;  the The Fourth Pentacle of the Moon.

From the Greater Key of Solomon:

“This defendeth thee from all evil sources, and from all injury unto soul or body. Its Angel, Sophiel, giveth the knowledge of the virtue of all herbs and stones; and unto whomsoever shall name
him, he will procure the knowledge of all.”

The image is that of a hand emerging from a cloud and pointing to The Divine Name Eheieh Asher Eheieh, and the Names of the Angels Yahel and Sophiel.

Around the edge of the disk is written in Latin :

“Let them be confounded who persecute me, and let me not be confounded; let them fear, and not I.”

I did not make a mold for reproduction, and for this kind of work it really shouldn’t. Making each one by hand enhances the purpose and intent of the piece as well as calibrating the amulet for the person for whom it is intended.

If you are interested in one of the keys made for you, or any amulet with a Purpose, please visit my How to order Custom Page.

To see my collection of Pentacles, please visit my Pentacle Page

Merlin’s Djembe Collection

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 26, 2015
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Over the years,
folks have asked me for more Drum Jewelry,
perhaps a special collection of drum themed pieces.
In response to the requests,
I have put together the Djembe Collection.

Djembe Collection

Djembe Collection

Capturing the fire of the Drum circle at the bell of the Djembe,
flames lick up the front and the hands themselves form a tongue of flame.
This amulet is one and a quarter inch tall,
carved as a relief including the knots used to tune the drum: the diamonds,
rings and the left over flaps of the goat skin for a drum head.
A bail is placed behind the amulet to be worn on the provided chain.
Different lengths are available as an option.

Accompanying this amulet are two tiny Djembes as earrings,
these are only a quarter inch tall yet solid little drums with a bit of weight.
Suspended on Shepard’s hook earrings.

The Djembe Collection is for anyone who loves rhythm:
musicians, drummers, dancers and those who appreciates the Drum Circle.

More Musicly inspired jewelry may be found on my Music Jewelry Page

Merlin’s Custom Oak Pentacle

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 23, 2015
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A gentleman who loves the Oak
originally had me make a Pentacle Ring of Oak leaves and staves,
The next piece in his one-of-a-kind creation collection
is the Oak Pentacle.

Custom Oak Pentacle

Custom Oak Pentacle

Staves of oak create the central woven star and a wreath of leaves make the circle.
A top leaf creates the top bail for hanging his amulet on a chain or cord.
Carved ad a Unique piece with no mold taken,
one and one half inches wide and cast in Sterling silver.
This piece now resides in a private collection

If you would like something like this made for you,
please visit my how to order custom page.

To see my line of Pentacles,
Please visit my Pentacle Collection

Merlin’s Awen Earrings

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 22, 2015
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A few years ago I created Jewelry for Isaac Bonewits.
He developed renderings of several designs and sent them to me for his special line of Jewelry.
One of them is the Awen.

In his words:

“The sign of “the Three Rays” is used by members of the United Ancient Order of Druids, the Ancient Order of Druids, the Order of Bards Ovates & Druids, and many other followers of Druidry. It can be seen as symbolizing Sky Father Energy in balance with the Earth Mother energy of the Druid Sigil, as well as any of a thousand other sets of three ideas.”

The Awen Earrings

The Awen Earrings

A wreath of oak leaves,
three staves emanating from three Acorns.
The bail from which to hang the amulet is also an oak leaf
curled to hold a jump ring for a Shepard’s hook earring.

When Isaac was still with us he traveled with the amulets
and his books and other items;
he even created a special portion of his website to feature the work.
Since his passing into the Summerland
I have continued to produce his line for him.
For each piece purchased Isaac’s Widow receives a royalty
to help through difficult times
and encourage in efforts to promote good will and clarity to the world.
To learn more about Isaac Bonewits,
his writings and his schedule of lectures and workshops,
you may visit his website.

To learn more about Isacc’s Awen Earrings,
please visit my web-page featuring the Awen Earrings

More Druid Jewelry by Merlin

Merlin’s Astro-Blend Amulets

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 21, 2015
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A few years ago
I was commissioned to make a combination of the two astrological signs
Gemini and Pisces woven together as an amulet.
Since then I have re-carved the piece several times
on the request of several people.
Due to the popularity of the amulet I have decided to develop a new collection of these blends.
I call them Asto-Blends.
A combination of every possibility would be gross (144),
so to develop this special line,
I will be creating these designs as people request them.

Gemini-Pisces Amulet

If you wish to have a special blend made for you
please visit my How to order custom Jewelry page;
should you wish to have a copy of the first of the Astro-blend series,
please visit the Gemini-Pisces Amulet page

Merlin’s Custom St. Pugnacious Amulets

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 20, 2015
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A one of a kind amulet specially designed for a special client who loves her little one.
She sent me some images of her little pug with a request
to create a similar amulet to the St Christopher piece I previously made.
St. Pugnacious included a chain and a light patina to highlight the detail.

St. Pugnacious

In her own words:

“This gorgeous pendant was made with my pug dog as the model for St. Pugnacious. The tiny face and paws are lovingly crafted, with traditional robes, slippers, detailed cross and archway above. The whole piece looks like a classic religious icon. I was delighted, because the final pendant was more beautiful than I could have imagined!”

This one of a kind amulet now resides in her private collection.

If you wish to have a special piece made for you,
please visit my How to order Custom page.

Merlin’s Custom Chessboard Ring

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 19, 2015
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The chessboard, or “checkerboard” used by race drivers

The Chessboard Ring

The shape of the ring is smooth, oval, no sharp corners to get hung up on things when he is working. The repeating square pattern is bold on the top and tapers into a collapsing horizon down the shank of the ring, fusing into a single point.

This is a one-of-a-kind Chessboard Ring, however if this design interests you, please email me to have one made for you. For more information about custom jewelry and sculpture, please visit my How to Order Custom Jewelry and Sculpture page.

Merlin’s Awen Ring

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 18, 2015
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A few years ago I created Jewelry for Isaac Bonewits.
He created renderings of several designs and sent them to me
to create for his special line of Jewelry.
One of them is the Awen.

The Awen Ring

The Awen Ring

In his words:
“The sign of “the Three Rays” is used by members of the United Ancient Order of Druids, the Ancient Order of Druids, the Order of Bards Ovates & Druids, and many other followers of Druidry. It can be seen as symbolizing Sky Father Energy in balance with the Earth Mother energy of the Druid Sigil, as well as any of a thousand other sets of three ideas.”

A wreath of oak leaves,
three staves emanating from three Acorns.
The Awen itself is about ¾ of an inch
with oak leaves on each side trailing down the shank
(the portion of the ring which goes around the finger).
Each ring is made for the person who orders it,
sizes are not a problem

To get yours,
please visit my Awen Ring page
and be sure to include your ring size when ordering.

More Druid designs  may be found on my Isaac Bonewits Page and Druid Amulets Page

Merlin’s Large Custom Worm Ouroboros Amulet

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on May 17, 2015
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My latest version of the Worm Ouroboros as an amulet, this custom, one-of-a-kind bronze pendant is two and one quarter inches across and fully detailed with scales, a “diamond” on the third eye and (classically) swallowing it’s tail. As requested by my client, this is a unique piece with no mold taken. Heavy because of it’s size, it is designed to be hung on a sturdy chain through the middle.

Custom Worm Ouroboros Amulet

I have already made several versions of this piece, one as a custom cloak clasp, and two versions as a ring: one smooth, one with scales. Both of which could be alternately worn as a pendant. This version was designed to be large and developed as a heavy, detailed piece: each scale is textured.

If you are interested in having a similar piece made, please visit my How to order Custom page.