Approx 22" a dark cobalt blue glass pendant necklace "Evil Eye"

This necklace features a unique take on the traditional evil eye protective amulet, globally recognized for its ability to ward off negative energy and envy. 

Cultural Background & Meaning

• The Nazar: Handcrafted glass charms like yours are traditionally known as a Nazar (or Nazar Boncuğu in Turkish). The belief dates back roughly 5,000 years across the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Aegean regions. 

• The Power of Blue: Cobalt blue glass is the classic choice for these talismans. Historically, it was believed that the blue color acted as a protective shield capable of absorbing and deflecting a harmful glaze or "evil look" back toward its source.

• The Design Variation: While most standard modern pieces feature perfectly concentric circles (dark blue, light blue, white, and black), your pendant incorporates a stylized yellow and white teardrop design framing the central "pupil."

• The Broken Charm Belief: According to traditional folklore, if a glass evil eye amulet ever cracks or breaks, it means it has successfully absorbed a heavy amount of negative energy to protect you, having fully done its job.

• This type of handcrafted glass evil eye (Nazar) pendant on a leather cord generally holds a modest market value, typically ranging from $10.00 to $25.00