Silver Bracelet - Shiva's Eye - in different widths
Adjustable lengths: 9 mm - from 17 to 19,5 cm | 11/13/15 mm - from 18 to 20 cm | 18 mm - from 19,5 to 21,5 cm | 22 mm - from 20 to 22,5 cm
Handmade from natural materials: slight variations in size, color, form and material structures are possible
Very beautiful handcrafted and high polished arm chain / bangle from finest .925 sterling silver with Shell inlays and lobster clasp
The bracelet is available in the following sizes:
9 mm - with an adjustable length of 17 to 19,5 cm
11 mm - with an adjustable length of 18 to 20 cm
13 mm - with an adjustable length of 18 to 20 cm
15 mm - with an adjustable length of 18 to 20 cm
18 mm - with an adjustable length from 19.5 to 21.5 cm
22 mm - with an adjustable length of 20 to 22.5 cm
SHIVA'S EYE
This extraordinary jewel has a unique and mysterious charisma. The "Eye of Shiva" - according to legend - always looks out for its bearer and symbolizes protection and good fortune. The "Third Eye" represents the eye of the hindu god of fertility Shiva who unites male and female qualities within him/herself. It is the center of knowledge and wisdom. The spiral on it's back is a very strong and important symbol for protection from evil forces - the evil eye - and symbolizes development and motion. Positive energy is bundled and amplified. Shiva's Eye has a generally positive effect on its bearer's well-being and it is intrinsically connected with tantric charms and religion.
The evil eye creates mostly diseases whose cause is just hard to explain. It affects especially women and young children. Infants can even die (through excessive shouting) as women can become infertile or get diseases in their birth organs.
Shiva's Eye is calcareous shell (operculum) of aragonite, which originates from the Turban snail, and although they since the earliest times are perceived as semi-precious stones, they are purely organic in nature. Often they are found at the beach and are usually referred as cat's eye. As early as the Stone Age they attracted the attention of people.
They are round, slightly curved on one side, usually flatter on the side of the spiral. They present often bulging luminous, green or red colors.
The Shiva Eye is certainly among the oldest amulets and it is associated with eyes since the dawn of mankind. Even in ancient Egypt cat's eyes were laid in the empty eye sockets of the mummies. Across Oceania and the North American Coast cat's eyes were used as masks adornments placed mainly in the eyes.
In Oceania particularly large shells are used as amulets to promote a gentle birth. The Europeans brought this tradition back from the South Sea explorations. They were seen as magical stones which should help to initiate an easy birth, because they act against poison and protect against dark magic and witchcraft. Even then, these precious cat's eyes were often set in gold or silver. In the early pharmacies they where frequently found and sold as an aphrodisiac or as a remedy for eye diseases, under the auspicious name Venus Abel. In Guinea the cat's eyes are even used as an exchange currency.
Silver Jewelry will turn black over time. This is a normal process during which silver reacts with oxygen and sweat but also ingredients of for example skin care products. For cleaning purposes we recommend silver cleaning cloth. These are soaked with chemicals which solve silver sulfide and take on the black residue. However during this manual process small amounts of actual siver are removed as well. Do not polish silver plated jewelry in this manner too often! We always recommend to take off silver jewelry during manual labor, while performing sports and in the shower or sauna.
The Shiva-Eye is part of the Turban-Snail, which lives in reefs in approx 20 meters depth primarily in the Indian Ocean. When sensing danger, the snail barricades the entrance to its shell with this so called Shiva-Eye. After the snail's natural demise this "stone" separates from the shell. The spiral on the back of the Shiva-Eye symbolizes positive energy in its purest form. The shiva-Eye is an amulett to protect from evil forces and will always watch over its owner. This special piece of jewelry possesses a unique and mysterious aura.
Small jewelry is not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing!
General Safety Instructions
- Piercing jewelry made from natural materials is not suitable for first use
- Natural materials can be damaged by moisture, temperature fluctuations or cosmetics
- In very rare cases, certain materials, especially wood or materials of maritime origin, may cause allergic reactions. If in doubt, contact your doctor
- All our articles comply with the requirements of the applicable regulations on ingredients. In particular, nickel, cadmium and lead do not exceed the specified limit
- Detailed instructions on care and risks of use are included in your shipment and can additionally be reviewed here