Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Blue or Purple dangling at the center of

dangling at the center of sterling silver rolo chain

Mirian Otzin is something of a rebel

Asunta Pelaez crafts the frame by hand with traditional reverse painted glass techniques unique to Peru's Cajamarca region

8 inches H x 5

mahogany wood

Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Blue or Purple dangling at the center ofThis hand carved beechwood amulet and home accent from artisan Armen Ohanyan is called a daghdaghan, a crescent shape decorated with Armenian symbols and ornaments. In the past, daghdaghans had a wide usage in the everyday life of Armenians, as a protection from the evil eye. It would be hung on entrance doors, in jars, by the bedstead and in any place to be protected. There were also special daghdaghans made for children and cattle. While making