Efillooc Evil Eye Keychain and Pendants

Evil Eye amulets have existed since time immemorial in all major religions and cultures. Moreover, widespread in the traditions of Hinduism and other indigenous folk societies. Popular belief holds that the gaze of others has the power to inflict misfortunes on a person or his possessions.

Sub continent practice

Since commonly exposed to the envio

us gaze of onlookers, protection was deemed important for Infants, children and pregnant women. For instance, children in India usually wear black dots on their foreheads and cheeks to ward off evil looks. Wearing bracelets and anklets are also common practice in the sub continent. Often worn as a pendant, bracelet, or earrings. It is also common to see them hanging from rearview mirrors in cars or in homes.

In the northern states of India, the evil

eye is called “nazar” (meaning gaze or vision) or more commonly Buri Nazar. In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, people call it as ‘Disti’ or ‘Drusti’, while people of Tamil Nadu call it ‘drishti’ or ‘kannu’. The people of Kerala also call it “drishti” or “kannu”. The people of Karnataka call it ‘Drushti’, similar to other southern Indian languages. All of which refers to malicious stare or gaze.

Owl and blue bead

A bird like owl is often associated with qualities like intelligence and protection. Hence our designs are based on the owl pattern. Older iterations of the symbol were often made of ceramic or clay; however, following the production of glass beads in the Mediterranean region in approximately 1500 BC, evil eye beads were popularized with the Phoenicians, Persians, Greeks, Romans and Ottomans

The evil eye is a glass bead characterized by a blue glass field with a blue or black dot on a white or yellow center. The silver colored metal alloy goes well with the beads and gives them a special charm. The blue bead has gained importance in modern Turkey and around the world. The blue color of the bead is said to symbolize the sky and heaven, which are considered to be protective and benevolent forces.

Whether for conviction or pure fashion, these attractive hand-crafted keychains and pendants are a must-have for your collection. Gift it to friends, family members, and loved ones as a symbol of protection and good luck.