Magic & amulets
the world of protection
The evil eye in jewellery
What is evil eye jewellery? Is that bad or good? Find out in this blog!
Why do jinn fear iron?
Why are jinn scared of iron? An exploration into the origins of a worldwide folk belief
Rings as amulets
Can a ring be an amulet? This blog explores rings as amulets in North Africa & the Middle East.
Binding magic in jewellery
Binding magic in jewellery: the use of fibulas and clothing pins explained!
Keys as amulets
What is the symbolic meaning of keys in the Middle East? Find out in this blog on keys in Middle Eastern jewellery!
Magic of plastic
How does plastic work as amulet in silver jewellery from the Middle East….?
Food ceremonies & amulets
How does food work as amulet in silver jewellery from the Middle East….?
‘Seven Eyes’ amulets
What is that blue disc amulet with holes? Its name is saba uyun, and this article tells you all about it!
Numerology in jewellery
How does numerology influence the design of traditional jewellery from the Middle East? This blog explains.
Magic of Amber
The power of amber in amulets and jewellery!
Bahariya discs: Coptic magic
Bahariya discs from Egypt: their history and meaning.
A shackled jinn from Oman
An Omani necklace with a hidden shackled jinn: what does this represent?