Turkish eye talisman over a white background. Solid Silver .925 handmade

Description

Turkish eye talisman isolated over a white background. Solid Silver .925 handmade in Turkey
Hole in back for hanging if desired.
Metal is think and strong. Well crafted.
Purchased in Turkey over 50 years ago. Very hard to find.
Turkish Evil Eye
The moment you enter Turkey and start looking around, you immediately notice the “Nazar Boncugu” or Evil Eye everywhere. They are hung from car rearview mirrors, worn as jewelry, nailed to the outside of houses or in an entryway, or even woven into a prize sheep’s collar. Purportedly the first recorded mention of the evil eye was on clay cuneiform tablets from the Sumerians, but it is believed to go back farther than that. It has been found in all types of ancient literature from many cultures to include Christian, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim. What Is the Meaning of Nazar Boncuk?
A Nazar Boncuk or bonğucu (pronounced bonjou – the plural) means “eye” glass beads. Nazar is an arabic word, meaning to see, and over the centuries the Turks have adapted the word to eye. Boncuk or bead is how most of the evil eyes are made. Whether for small beads for bracelets or very large “beads” for house decor, the iconic blue glass looks like an eye. In Turkey, the evil eye is a charm to protect your loved ones from someone casting the evil eye on them. If you are young or beautiful or have lots of money, or if there is any reason for someone to be jealous of you, then you definitely need this protection!