Amulets by Merlin's Blog

Some years ago
a fellow requested that I create an amulet
from his ancestral home land in Ghana.
When presenting me with a rather large wood carving of the symbol
he requested me to create a sterling version for his wife.
Although he had a hard time with the pronunciation,
the basic concept was even more obscured.
The translation he gave me was a mix of Christian doctrine
and the quote from the fellow from which he purchased the Teak carving.

Because of the kind of work I do,
I wanted to be sure I understood the piece before I stared.
Unfortunately the resource material I relied on was spotty,
however after some digging,
the symbol‘s information flowered.

Gye Nyame is a symbol meaning
“I am afraid of none but God,”
or: “Nyame biribi wo sor”
suggesting good things come from above.

Gye Nyame Amulet

This unique and beautiful symbol
is omnipresent in Ghana.
It is the most popular in decoration:
a reflection on the deeply religious character of the Ghanaian people.
A symbol of the Omnipotence and the Omnipresence Of God.
From the Akan aphorism:
Abode santann yi firi tete;
obi nte ase a onim ne ahyease,
na obi ntena ase nkosi ne awie,
Gye Nyame.

Literal translation:
This great panorama of creation dates back to time immemorial;
no one lives who saw its beginning
and no one will live to see its end,
Except God.

The symbol reflects the Akan belief of a Supreme Being,
the Creator.
This symbol is considered the oldest “Monotheistic” symbol in existence
demonstrating the Africans to have a firm belief
in a Supreme and Almighty God.
Those who follow the Akan Akom Tradition
are indigenous to Ghana of West Africa,
the Ivory Coast, Togo, the Congo,
the Caribbean and the United States.
Akans believe that God is the Supreme Being
in whom all things begin, end,
and upon whom all things are dependent.
God is everywhere
but beyond the reach of humans.
We know Him by many appellations such as
Otweidiampon, Okokroko, Onyame, Awurade, Odomankoma
– the One who can give us grace,
Nyankopon, Asasse Yaa
-Mother earth, pure, unpolluted, motherly, protective, fruitful
—He is the Great one, the faithful One,
Eternal, Infinite, transcending everything.

Traditional Ghanaians do not worship God directly.
They believe that there exists a world a world of spirits.
It is believed that Spirits are everywhere.
Nyame is the Father and Creator of those spirits.
They are ministers of the Supreme Being:
the lesser gods;
they have no power unto themselves
but work independently,
doing the good work of healing and protecting the people who worship them.
They are called Abosom (plural) or Obosom (singular),
sometimes referred to as the Deities.
These spirits are embodied in the elements and manifestations of Nature.
Through the Abosom,
one receives blessings, prosperity, protection,
guidance and direction and more.

I set about to create this piece for my friend,
included a pair of earrings
developing an entire set.
While the earrings are carved “flat”,
the main pendant holds the curves
to accentuate the flow of the design,
thus I developed the Gye Nyame Amulet.

In my site I now offer the set or the individual pieces:
a large and smaller version
and a pair of earrings.
Wearing these amulets connects One to a tradition
well over 5000 years old
from the continent of humanities’ cradle.

Years ago I had attend a few Renaissance Fairs
and I saw the employees break into a Drum Circle as the guests were leaving.
I wanted to join in!
Once I got into the business of traveling about to the Fairs,
I was able to attend a few and was enchanted.
Then, in the 1990s,
I began to sell my work at a variety of Events
and attended drum circles after dark.
After watching for several months,
a drum was thrust into my hands and I was hooked!
All my music background gave me a launch pad
into the fray of rhythm and dance.
The opportunity to drum with others was liberating,
I found myself being a part of music like I have never experienced before.

Drum Circle Amulets

I met Freedom:
a Drummer that taught me this kind of music,
then Bezel, Night Hawk and Tawny, Kelly and Miguel.
I found it hard to concentrate on my jewelry creations
between drum circles;
always leaning towards the down beat of every manifestation of sound.

Freedom inspired me to create the “Drummer”

The Drummer Amulet

a small amulet that is actually a tiny sculpture
of a little fellow drumming on a Djembe.
From there I created a host of dancers;
I created an entire set of these little people,
designed to hang on a chain or cord around your neck or bracelet
or attach to a drum.
And then finely a couple of years ago
a young lady requested that I make a “Drummer girl”
and so I did.

Drummer Girl Amulet

The dancers were inspired by people I have seen around the fire over the years:
The flowing Lady,
Man Astride, Amy, and more.

These Amulets of the Drum Circle
may be used as charms for your drum;
components to your charm bracelet hang on a jacket or as a pendant around your neck.
They are meant for those that love the drum,
rhythm and music in general.
They are meant to evoke exuberant cooperation,
spontaneous creativity and Joy.

Not finding what you are looking for?
you may have something special made!
please visit my
How to order Custom Page

Harnessing the Tarot’s Major Arcana as Amulets

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 23, 2013

The Large High Priestess Amulet

It is hard to decide which of the Tarot Amulets would be right for you.
Much depends on where you are in life
or the kind of work you are doing.
In previous posts I offer detailed explanations of each piece;
however I have been requested to create a list
of all the Tarot Amulets in the Major Arcana
for a “quick review”.
And so,
here is the list of the Tarot Amulets
and their possible applications:

The Fool Amulet

00 The Fool Amulet –
A fresh start,
new beginnings,
gift for baby or Youth who has come into his/her own.
Newlyweds or some one who has decided to re-start their lives.
Children and young people who have graduated,
adolescents who have reached the threshold of adulthood..

The Magi Amulet

01 The Magi Amulet –
For focus and concentration.
Good for student or scalar.
Strengthens resolve in marinating concentration on projects
and seeing them to their conclusion.

The High Priestess Amulet

02 High Priestess Amulet –
Memory both one’s own and of the Greater Unconsciousness.
Aide in strengthening memory.
Also good fore devotees of the Feminine both socially and spiritually.

The Empress Amulet

03 The Empress Amulet –
Fertility excellent in the beginning processes of projects,
starting a business,
starting a family,
nurturing investments.
The Empress Amulet is perfect for the Artist, Team leader,
Executive, anyone whose task it is to Manifest the Vision.
It is also for the Environmentalist:
the symbol of Gaia, all things natural to the formation of Life on the Earth
is symbolized by the Empress Amulet.

The Emperor Amulet

04 The Emperor Amulet – Vision –
The Emperor represents both
the perception of the world
and the manipulation of it through precise control.
More than an amulet of influence,
it is one of perception
so that one would know the right response to in a give situation.
Process, Procedure and Ritual.
This is an amulet for Clergy,
C.E O., President, or chairman,
Fathers or anyone with Duties
and Responsibilities of others under their care.

The Hierophant Amulet

05 Hierophant Amulet –
Authority –
Aide in keeping your feet on the ground
with poise when trouble brews.
The Hierophant Amulet is one for teachers,
nurses, healers of all kinds, clergy
and any one who has chosen the path
to serve the community through Teaching,
Healing and Service.

The Lovers Amulet

06 The Lovers Amulet –
Dynamic balance of opposites –
Communication –
The Lovers Amulet is for Fathers and Mothers,
Siblings, Special Friends,
Husbands and Wives,
Sweethearts
and Grandparents
for people that are working toward inner balance,
anyone who wants to offer Love to others.

The Chariot Amulet

07 The Chariot Amulet –
Protection, shields, sacred ground
– is for those who create and maintain Sacred Space,
whether it is a lawyer working with contracts,
Clergy that would be performing Marriages,
someone who creates and maintains sanctuaries,
alters, courtrooms, homes and gardens.
It is for Healers and other body workers,
marinating the Temple of the Body,
Guardians and Keepers of the Peace,
the Home Guard.
The Chariot Amulet represents Health, Honor,
Protection and Virtue.
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Second Set

The Strength Amulet

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08 Strength Amulet –
Inner strength –
Self control and discipline,
focused Will
-Individuals who are studding Kundalini,
Yoga, martial arts, warriors, firefighters
and other people whose life is demanding Inner Strength
would find appreciate the Strength Amulet.

The Hermit Amulet

09 the Hermit Amulet –
Purity, Truth, Development-
The Hermit Amulet would be appropriate
for those that are self starters, innovators,
those that serve humanity
because of their own convictions
rather than because they are told to do so.
A Hermit need not be one who lives off in the wilderness
but one who is at peace in a crowd and in solitude alike.
The Hermit Amulet is also one intended to stabilize one’s journey in life
and remind them to hearken to their own inner voice
rather than to follow a leader,
group of movement: to walk the path of Virtue.

The Wheel Of Fortune Amulet

10 the Wheel of Fortune Amulet –
the Law, Rhythm, The patterns of the seasons, Centering-
The Wheel of Fortune Amulet would be a good tool
for one who has lost direction and feels jumbled in life.
The Amulet would assist in centering one’s self and others:
a team leader, someone who is in combat or in an ER;
Centering and stabilizing one self,
one’s family, community and world.

The Justice Amulet

11 Justice Amulet –
Natural Balance, Maya and Karma –
The Justice Amulet would be good for those
who are dedicated to the Law: Judges, Lawyers,
social workers.
The Amulet would also be good for those people
who are in charge of clearing spaces: Housekeepers,
Maids, folks that work a Kitchen,
police or security officers
or in any way in charge of keeping spaces clean
and clear of unwanted objects, clutter or energy of any kind.

The Hanged Man Amulet

12 The Hanged Man Amulet –
Suspension, sacrifice, Turning the mundane to the arcane –
The Hanged Man Amulet is for any one who wishes
to harness daily activates would normally be considered physical
into acts of Spirit.
From Homemakers to Clergy, Nurses, massage therapists,
interior designers and gardeners.
Those dedicated to social work,
volunteers both in the public eye
and those who perform acts of charity
without the need of payment or fanfare.
In other words, just about everybody.

The Death Amulet

13 Death Amulet –
The threshold – death/re-birth, the bardo –
The Death Amulet would be for those
in a powerful transition:
a lad who has “become a Man”,
a girl’s transition into Womanhood.
One who suffered a major loss and re-forming their lives
would find this piece useful:
embrace the break in the pattern and start anew.
Like a strong tonic,
the Death Amulet is for a short
yet important periods in one’s life.

The Temperance Amulet

14 Temperance Amulet –
Art, purpose, Creation –
The Temperance Amulet is for the Artist,
Actor, Musician or Dancer.
The filmmaker that can inspire and inform their audience.
The Temperance Amulet would be for those
who are more subtle in their abilities to express themselves
for the benefit of those around them:
home makers that can turn their dwellings into places of inspiration;
a chef that can create food,
helping one transcend their daily routine.
It is within the context of Temperance
that we gain a better understanding of the Art of Living.

The Devil Amulet

15 The Devil Amulet
–Humor, satire, the power of fiction –
This amulet would be an amulet for writers, comics, filmmakers,
anyone who creates fiction,
images or media that can inspire,
reveal the truth or test one’s metal.
This is for the trickster,
the joker or the teller of tales.
It is an amulet representing Humor,
the telling of stories and the practical joker.
It is also for the scientist:
one who tests theories, weighs ideas for their merit.
It is for the Editor,
one who looks to stories and weighs the validity
of their meaning and truth.

The Tower Amulet

16 The Tower Amulet –
the destruction of falsehood, Truth reviled –
There are those whose jobs it is to give us the necessary jolt of reality:
Judges, Police Officers, Solders and Oracles.
However, the Tower Amulet is more of a tonic rather than an every day piece.
If you are in confusion,
unable to decide what to do,
if you feel like you have been lied to and wish to know the truth,
then the Tower would be a good tool in meditation.
This would be ideal to keep on hand for a spiritual councilor,
to use for short periods of time
and then to be put aside to build again.

The Star Amulet

17 The Star Amulet –
meditation, experimentation, discovery through self reflection –
The Star Amulet would be excellent
for those who have decided to use meditation
as a practice on their lives.
This tranquil amulet may be used to calm
and clarify one’s perspective and achieve a better understanding of themselves
and their environment.
Practitioners of Yoga and martial arts,
Religious people who use Meditation and Prayer
would find this amulet helpful in their daily lives.

The Moon Amulet

18 The Moon Amulet –
Dream experience, the spiritual path, development through maintaining balance –
The Moon Amulet is for those who have realized their Life’s Path
and have committed themselves to walk their talk.
Although not an advertisement for being a Spiritual Leader,
one teaches by example,
treats others with the respect due them
and learns from children as well as their Elders of community.
This is a good amulet for councilors,
advisers, leaders and solitaries.

The Sun Amulet

19 The Sun Amulet –
Masks, filters, seeking the truth through discovery of the universe –
The Sun Amulet may be used as a constant reminder
and dedication to the Divine.
It can also be a reminder not to take things at face value,
there are always layers of assumption between us,
no matter how close we are to others.
This amulet would be good for Actors, representatives, politicians,
teachers and others that interface with the public.

The Judgment Amulet

20 The Judgment Amulet –
Perpetual fire consuming the unneeded,
lessons through hardship, the amalgamation of the personalities –
People that would find this amulet useful in daily life would be Judges,
arbitrators, housekeepers, and maintenance crews,
gardeners, any whose task it is to clear,
cleanse and renew environments, relationships and patterns of behavior.
The Judgment Amulet is a potent symbol of Spiritual purification.
It may be worn by those that are going through upheaval in their lives,
watching their positions being discarded,
acquaintances being revealed as unhealthy and discarded;
all this and keeping balance,
knowing that this period on one’s life
is to be harnessed as a positive and necessary thing.

The Universe Amulet

21 The Universe Amulet –
The ever expanding entirety of knowledge and experience,
discovering the infinite through limitation –
The Universe Amulet is for those that are explorers, scholars, students,
those who have taken on the quest of Life:
ever searching for meaning, the source, and themselves.
The Universe Amulet is for musicians, dancers, lovers of music and the arts;
those that push the envelope and are unafraid of new experiences,
new ideas and a larger Universe.

To learn more,
You may visit:
my Tarot Amulets Page

The Druid Amulets of Isaac Bonewits

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 22, 2013

Posted in: Amulets, Celtic Jewelry, Celtic Lore, Custom Jewelry, Druid Jewelry, Jewelry design, Memorial, Pagan Jewelry. Tagged: amulets, Amulets by Merlin, Awen, Celtic Lore, Celtic Symbol, Custom Jewelry, Dagda, Druid, Druid Jewelry, Isaac Bonewits, Real Magic, sigil. 1 Comment

I first “met” Isaac Bonewits in the mid Seventies through the reading of his masterwork: Real Magic.
After reading so many other tomes on the subject
I found the book a breath of fresh air.
Instead of creating a mist of possible misconceptions about the subject,
Isaac developed a clear,
concise and easy to read volume which introduced the concepts
gave excellent definitions and ground rules as to what Magic is
and how it works.
Over the years I had purchased a dozen of these books
and gave them as gifts,
loaned them to friends and relatives
each time in hope that a little light on the subject
may bring a better understanding
and thus appreciation of those that are studding the subject.

Years later I had approached Isaac
for the opportunity to create something for him.
He found my work pleasurable and even purchased the Green Man Amulet from me.
I marked that day with pride.
For my favorite author to have blessed me in that way was inspirational!

The Large Awen Amulet

Some time later
I had approached him with the idea to create his designs.
Isaac is well noted for his skill in graphic art
and has developed several designs featured in his site.
After a bit of time he finally agreed
and we began to work on what was to be
the first of several Amulets by Isaac:
the Druid Sigil;
representing Druidism in general and the Earth mother (Gaia) in particular.
Following that he requested we make an Awen,
and the Dagda amulets: Dagda’s Shield
and Dagda’s Club.
During one of the elections he developed a Spells for Democracy amulet.
With each of these designs he worked feverishly
to produce the renderings
and sent them to me for carving.
Isaac’s Amulets are a beautiful combination of design,
comfort and concept.

Through his travels Isaac presented these amulets with his books and other items;
he even created a special portion of his website
to feature the work.
Though Issac is no longer with us,
you may purchase these amulets through my site.
To learn more about Isaac Bonewits,
please visit his website.

The Pan Pipe Amulet

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 21, 2013

Posted in: Amulets, Greek Mythology Jewelry, Music Jewelry. Tagged: Centaursan Pipe Amulet, fistula panis amulet, fistula panis jewelry, Greek god Pan, Pan Pipe jewelry, Pandean pipe amulet, Pandean pipe jewelry, syrinx amulet, syrinx jewelry, The pan flute. Leave a comment

The pan flute is considered the first mouth organ,
ancestor of both the pipe organ and the harmonica.
Named for its association with the Greek god Pan,
the pipes of the pan flute are typically made from bamboo
giant cane or other tubular materials.

One of my most cherished memories from childhood
was seeing Fantasia for the first time.
I recall seeing the movie when I was about 9 years old and of all the segments.
Beethoven’s Sixth was my favorite:
seeing all those Greek mythological creatures,
centaurs, cherubs and unicorns flying about were all too wonderful to forget.
For years when I see a cypress tree light by sunset,
I can hear the melodies of the Sixth in my head.

As I have grown older to appreciate summer and harvest time,
there is nothing like a great music to bring in the flavors of the season:
the scene from Fantasia where the Centaurs bring the grapes from the fields
to be crushed and Bacchus is rolled in by his trusted friends,
surrounded by grapes… and the music…

Pipes of Pan Amulet

To rejoice in the time of year
when music is on the air and people are gathering to share their good cheer,
I have created The Pipes of Pan Amulet. The central feature is a pipe of Pan,
surrounded by grape leaves and a cluster of it’s bounty.
This is for lovers of good times, good company and good music;
an Amulet to celebrate life itself.

You must have seen these huge brooches on the kilts and sashes
in Braveheart and other medieval period movies,
perhaps a few in Game of Thrones.
These Celtic cloaking devices
are the precursor to the safety pin;
quite ingenious technology for medieval period garb.
I was introduced to these pins
when I became associated with
the Society for Creative Anachronisms.

The SCA holds gatherings both small and large,
each attempting to recreate an event
(whether a baronial birthday or an all out war)
with the most authentic gear possible.
This Society has developed into world wide movement
of medievalist and renaissance period re-creators
which will (at the drop of a hat)
construct a Faire at the corner of a parking lot,
a duel in the commons
or a Grand Ball in a local Grange.

Upon my first SCA Event,
I was requested to produce a Penannular
not of the normal shape
but a piece that would fit into Medieval Scotland,
and functional:
like the real ones!
Hence, my first creation was the Knot Work Penannular.
A free-form knot shaping the C part of the brooch
and the classic knotted spear for the pin head.

Penannular Brooch of Knot-work

Following the first Penannular Brooch,
I developed other themes which were not period:
grapes, sea horses, stars and more.

I introduced the Penannular to folks
who only attend a renaissance fare once a year (if ever),
thus I created a video demonstrating the use of these
Brooches now posted in my website.
There you will see the Brooch in action
as it is placed on a Plaid!

Penannulars may be used to clasp capes,
cloaks and scarves.
The pins I place on the larger versions are stout:
designed for the heavy,
loose woven fabric like wool.
I also make lighter versions for finer cloth:
like jackets.
I have specially made Brooches for leather as well.
The smallest Penannulars are for very light pieces
and shirts, skirts and the like.

Whether they are simple or ornate,
Penannulars make a great way to tack a loose scarf
or cover an emergency missing button,
making it look like you did it on purpose!

As always,
if you want something specially made for you,
just ask,
I create everything in my site and only too happy to
create it for you.

For you: the Sun and the Moon!

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 19, 2013

Posted in: Amulets, Moon Jewelry, Tarot. Tagged: Moon Amulet, moon amulets, moon talisman, silver moon, Smiling sun amulet, Sun, Sun and Moon Amulet, Sun Jewelry, sun pendant, Zodiac Sun amulet. Leave a comment

This amulet was by request some years ago.
A client wanted a combination of the solar and lunar influences
with a whimsical feel.

Mingling the ideas presented in the Tarot Series,
I developed an amulet with highlights of the Sun and Moon Amulets:

The Sun
refers to the “countenance”,
the persona one creates and projects in daily life;
the way we use masks to protect our selves and others.
Giving the Sun a face
is a classic illustration
of it’s brilliant personality.

The Moon
presents qualities of a more private reflection.
Dreams,
visions and the vary path of life we travel.
The Moon is often referred to as the Feminine qualities;
however there is a conflict of opinion
between the French and the German symbolism
however the Tarot references remain the same.

The two images combine in a fusion
between the Lunar and Solar qualities we all hold.
As the sun shines forth,
the face looks directly at us
the moon looks to the sun in mild amusement.

The Sun and Moon Amulet
is chosen by those who endeavor to balance their masculine and feminine natures,
to strengthen their abilities to visualize,
to protect and follow through with their dreams and aspirations
with humor and grace.

The Sun and Moon Amulet is a deeply sculpted piece
with a bail placed on the back for you to string a chain or cord.

Not exactly what you are looking for?
I can make “your version” if you wish
For more about personalized jewelry
Please visit my
how to order custom jewelry page

In the old magical documents,

Pentacles did not necessarily mean “Five pointed star” as it does now.
They simply meant: Magical talisman inscribed with any symbol or character.
In one of it’s earliest forms the Pentacle symbolized the first “ADAM”,
signified in early art as “Human Perfection”,
the “First Man” in the Garden of Eden.

Grape Vine Pentacle

In the Tarot
pentacles signify Matter or the Material World.
Each of the Pentacle cards represents a scenario and lesson about money,
influence and decisions.

The five pointed star is found everywhere
from a Sheriff’s badge to a countries’ flag;
it is found in nature within apples,
in flowers and trees.
The Pentacle as a five pointed star
represents the balance between the Elements
(Fire, Water, Air, Earth)
under the Spirit
(the top point).
When presented with the top point up,
this is a symbol of health, wisdom,
balance and good fortune.
When inverted,
like any symbol reversed
it is no longer in balance but rather oppressed:
the elements are over powering the spirit.
When both are shown together
it represents the cycle of life:
the “ups and downs” of one’s existence.

Because I have been creating amulets of many sorts,
I have dedicated my own collection of Pentacles
as five pointed stars
and left the rest to be listed under other categories.
Each of my pentacle amulets are focused on a different aspect of health:
brotherhood, environment, healing, friendship and love.
With over 20 designs to choose from
I have versions that include rough textures,
women’s forms,
the caduceus,
moonstone, caldrons, a pin design for wiccan clergy in the military and much more.
If you cannot find the Pentacle you are looking for,
have no fear.
I can create your design by way of your drawing or description.
More information may be found at Amulets by Merlin custom page .

Dragon Head Money Clips

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 17, 2013

Posted in: Custom Jewelry, Dragon Jewelry, Money Clips. Tagged: Castor Troy dragon money clip, Castor Troy money clip, dragon money clip, Face off, Face Off Dragon Money Clip, Face off money clip, John Travolta, sterling silver dragon head money clip. 2 Comments

A few years a go when a fellow (who was a big fan to the Movie “Face-off”)
saw and fell in love with the money clip
John Travolta was proffering.
He asked me if I could make a clip “just like it”.
The problem was that there are copyright issues in design
and being as I specialize in Jewelry design
I respect the sanctity of other people’s work.
I told him that I would be only too happy to make him a Dragon Money Clip,
but I would not make a “copy” of the one in the movie.
After a little discussion
and examining the clip in a screen shot,
we decided to re-design the piece:
I increased detail in the scales and re-shaped the skull.

The result was a Dragon Money Clip similar in size, it functions like the original: the jaws articulated to grasp the bills but the detail was more intense.

After the creation of the Original,
another person liked it,
bought it and decided he wanted to “up-grade” the clip:
a larger version.
And so I increased the jaws,
added even more detail in the scales and flames across the face,
making it more distinct than the original design
and provided a larger bite for the bills.
This Dragon Money Clip I named “Flame”.

“Flame Dragon Money Clip”

My most recent commission is a one-of-a-kind Dragon Money Clip.
The size was nearly doubled
(four inches long!),
even more detail in the scales and the eyes.
Now the retina and the pupils of the eyes are of garnet
and the “whites” of the eyes are in Sterling as is the entire piece.
The jaws are also articulated as the original
but because of the increased size it can hold a lot of cash:
the envy of any High Roller.

I have also created a variety of Skull Money Clips and more as well,
with stone in the eyes,
cross bones and a Jolly Roger perfect for Pirates,
Bikers and other lovers of the Skull.

For your Pleasure,
I have posted more images of these Skull Money clips,
the original Dragon Money Clip,
Flame and now the new GIANT Dragon Money Clip in my website.

More about Dragon Money Clips!

If you wish for a custom money clip, please visit my
How to order Custom page

The Ouroboros Ring

Posted by Amulets by Merlin on October 16, 2013

Posted in: Amulets. Tagged: custom Ouroboros pendant, Oroboris rings, Ouroboros, Ouroboros rings, Sterling silver Oroboris, sterling silver Ouroboros, sterling silver Uroboros. 1 Comment

The Ouroboros (also spelled Uroboros and Oroboris),
is an ancient symbol of a serpent swallowing its own tail.
From 1600 B.C. in Egypt to the movie: “the Never Ending Story”
the Ouroboros has been found in cultures through out many ages.

The Ouroboros Ring

The Ouroboros often represents cyclical or self-reflexivity,
something constantly re-creating itself,
the eternal return,
beginning anew after each cycle.
The concept of primordial unity
persisting from the beginning
with such force and quality
it cannot be destroyed.

The Ouroboros has been important
in religious and mythological images,
and alchemical illustrations,
It symbolizes the circular nature of their work.

The Ouroboros Ring for your finger.
Has a small diamond shape in the forehead
symbolizing the “third eye”
perception through illusion;
lightly textured and smooth for comfort.
Each ring is made as it is ordered,
providing the recipient to request unusual sizes.

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