18kt White Gold French Victorian Style Cameo Brooch with Large Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cameos were also used as amulets and charms to guard against evil spirits and promote good luck.
Diamond, White Gold
$176Sale Price|20% Off
10.15 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gem For Jewelry Making Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
In ancient Egypt, it was used as an amulet to protect against negative energies. In Greek mythology, it was associated with the god Dionysus, the patron of wine, and believed to prev...
Amethyst
Pearl Diamond Yellow Sapphire Precious Tourmaline Incruster 18k Gold Scarab Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
A fabulous interpretation of the most Ancient Egyptian symbol- The Scarab Primarily amulets, Scarabs were inscribed for use as personal seals and incorporated into jewelry.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
RIMA JEWELS Fully Articulated Skeleton Earring Crafted in Solid 20k Gold
By RIMA JEWELS
Located in New York, NY
In addition to these aesthetic concerns RIMA JEWELS' work also embodies a playful and conceptual self awareness of the many roles jewelry is assigned in society and on the body; both...
Emerald, Gold
$280Sale Price|20% Off
2.60 Carats Natural Lemon Green Loose Peridot Trillian Shape Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Peridot was often used in their jewelry, particularly in talismans and amulets. This gemstone is also associated with the Hawaiian goddess Pele, who was believed to embody the volca...
Peridot
Temple St Clair Cocktail Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with 11.26 Cts Oval Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
The brand’s signature piece, an opulent Medieval-inspired amulet, is available with an array of stone embellishments, from diamonds and sapphires to emeralds and moonstones.
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace Coated in Black Gommato
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Sterling Silver, PVD-Coated
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Medieval Iconographic Ring with the Holy Trinity, English, circa 15th Century
Located in London, GB
This ring may have been used as a touch-piece or amulet. Please note shipping to the United States of America requires the purchaser to fill out a CBP 5106 customs form before the i...
Yellow Gold
$12,207Sale Price|20% Off
Pearl Diamond Yellow Sapphire Precious Tourmaline Incruster 18k Gold Scarab Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
A fabulous interpretation of the most Ancient Egyptian symbol- The Scarab Primarily amulets, Scarabs were inscribed for use as personal seals and incorporated into jewelry.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$152Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous 6.85 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Ring Gems Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
In ancient Greece, for example, it was worn as an amulet to ward off drunkenness and promote sobriety.
Amethyst
$1,020Sale Price|20% Off
Jade Bangle 18K Gold & Ohio Steel, Hand Forged, 65mm
By Augusten Burroughs
Located in Northampton, MA
My new Ohio Steel collection is for somebody who wants more than just a piece of jewelry; but rather a companion, a sort of powerful amulet in bracelet form. Each piece takes many da...
Jade, 18k Gold, Steel
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in Black Ruthenium and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa XS Pendant Necklace in 18K gold
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa Necklace in Black Ruthenium and Rose Gold chain
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Arco Pendant Necklace in Black Gommato and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Diamond, PVD-Coated, Sterling Silver
$168Sale Price|20% Off
6.40 Carats Natural Loose Yellow Citrine Ring Gem From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
In ancient Egypt, it was revered as a gem of high value and was used in decorative carvings and amulets. One of the appealing aspects of citrine is its affordability.
Citrine
$1,156Sale Price|20% Off
Jade, Bangle, Created with Ohio Steel & 18K Gold, 70mm, 9"
By Augusten Burroughs
Located in Northampton, MA
My new Ohio Steel collection is for somebody who wants more than just a piece of jewelry; but rather a companion, a sort of powerful amulet in bracelet form. Each piece takes many da...
Jade, 18k Gold, Steel
FLOWEN Sterling Silver Hexa XS Pendant Necklace in Black Gommato and Diamonds
By Flowen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 3 dimensional sculptural art object inspired by nature, driven by innovative design technologies and realized by a combination of sophisticated digital means and luxurious Italian ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, PVD-Coated
$200Sale Price|20% Off
7.75 Carats Natural LoosePurple Amethyst Ring Gem Round Shape Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
This name reflects an ancient belief that amethyst could protect against drunkenness, making it a popular choice for wine goblets and amulets among the Greeks and Romans. One of the...
Amethyst
$14,102Sale Price|40% Off
Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace gift Unisex birthday
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
The collection serves as modern-day amulets or talismans, designed to be both beautiful and protective.
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal
Medieval Carnelian Intaglio Gold Lion Ring
Located in London, GB
Set centrally with an oval cabochon carnelian intaglio engraved with a stylised representation of a lion with a crucifix on its back, with alternating amuletic cross and crescent mot...
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
$808Sale Price|20% Off
Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
The original finger ring has been adorned with a grouping of amulets which include Fleur de Lis and Napoleonic Bee charms.
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Dilys' 21.73ct Aubergine Jadeite Carving & Black Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This natural A-grade, lustrous green jaidete carving, weighing 21.73 carats and certified by HKJSL*, makes for an exquisite collectable amulet instilled with age-old blessings. Dilys...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Gold Brass Onyx Carnelian Postmodernist Earrings
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
They reconnected her to the communal and spiritual responsibilities that artists had traditionally undertaken, and upon her return, she began creating her jewelry as amulets, as tool...
Carnelian, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper, Gold
Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Anodized Niobium Mylar Jumping Fish Brooch
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
They reconnected her to the communal and spiritual responsibilities that artists had traditionally undertaken, and upon her return, she began creating her jewelry as amulets, as tool...
Sterling Silver
Dubini Sphinx Agate Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
Although the word itself is of Italian origin, intaglios, stones with a hollow-cut design, were known as far back as the 4th millennium B.C. and were used as amulets and personal sea...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
Fossilized Druzy Shells Ethiopian Opals - Zara Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
The necklace is adjustable from 19 inches to 21 inches long and ends with a tiny opal amulet. 19? to 21? long.
Opal, Gold Plate, Vermeil
Enid Kaplan Onyx Sterling Silver Gold Brass Married Metals Earrings
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
They reconnected her to the communal and spiritual responsibilities that artists had traditionally undertaken, and upon her return, she began creating her jewelry as amulets, as tool...
14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Brass
Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Gold Carnelian Onyx Postmodernist Synergy Earrings
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
They reconnected her to the communal and spiritual responsibilities that artists had traditionally undertaken, and upon her return, she began creating her jewelry as amulets, as tool...
Carnelian, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold
Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Steel Glass Con Esperanzas Y Rosas Necklace
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
They reconnected her to the communal and spiritual responsibilities that artists had traditionally undertaken, and upon her return, she began creating her jewelry as amulets, as tool...
Sterling Silver, Steel
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules
Located in London, GB
Used as a mark of wealth, cameos and intaglios have been collected and adorned since antiquity, and were also used extensively as amulets to bring good luck and fortune to the wearer.
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Contemporary Camellia Stud Earrings by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
They feature a sculptural and unusual design, making them a true amulet for everyday wear. These earrings are crafted from sterling silver but can also be ordered as clip-ons or in 1...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Dubini Scorpio Hoop Yellow Gold Silver Gnostic Gem Intaglio Earrings
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
In spite of all the inscribed symbolism, Gnostic Gems were amulets and talismans intended to bring good luck.
18k Gold, Silver
Amulet jewelry has been spellbinding us for millennia. Today, antique and vintage amulet pendants, gold amulet jewelry and other amulet accessories are favorites of jewelry lovers all over the world.
The oldest form of jewelry is said to be the amulet. Our earliest ancestors ascribed meaning — and magic — to feathers, bones, stones and even tree bark. They wore or carried these “amulets” for protection or to enhance their strength, courage or sexual attraction. Over time, these were replaced with symbolic objects: small replicas of animals, plants and, later, gods.
For the Egyptians, there was no more potent protection than the image of the scarab, otherwise known as the dung beetle. They believed it was a male-only species that reproduced itself by depositing its seed in dung, which its babies then fed upon.
By turning waste to life, the scarab symbolized the god Khepri of the rising sun — “he who has come into being from nothing” — and hence both transformation and resurrection. So wondrous were the powers of the scarab that it became a popular amulet throughout the ancient Mediterranean (for example, the scarab could be seen in signet rings from Greece crafted circa 500 B.C.).
And the dung beetle continues to fascinate designers as a symbol even into our present day, with none other than John Galliano creating an Egyptian Revival necklace for Christian Dior’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection (the audacious British designer worked with Dior from 1997 until 2011). In the center of his piece is an orange Lucite scarab.
Like primeval man, the jeweler Temple St. Clair believes that any adornment can be a power object, so long that it has special meaning to us. She should know. St. Clair began her storied design career — she’s the first contemporary woman jeweler to have her work included in the jewelry collection of the Louvre — by conceiving modern-day amulets.
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