Old Turkish Pasabahce Blue Evil Eye …beautiful collection piece from Turkey

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Old Turkish Pasabahce Blue Evil Eye …beautiful collection piece from Turkey:
$83.00

The Blue Evil Eye in Turkey

Every nation has superstitionsof which some originated thousands of years ago. A popular belief existing inmany corners of society is the evil eye. A look can cause pain, injury, or badluck to anyone on the receiving end. People who are envious or simply believethat a person does not deserve the good fortune bestowed on them also give theevil eye subconsciously.

Therefore, throughout history,man has made many forms of talismans designed to ward off bad luck. A rabbit’sfoot is the most common European example and in Turkey, the Nazar Boncuğu is widely displayed in homes,shops, and business.

Souvenirsand Meaning of the Blue Evil Eye in Turkey

The Nazar Boncuğu is not just a Turkishtradition anymore. It is also the most popular souvenir sold. From small keyrings to necklaces to large ceramic eyes to hang up in the home, they are allsold wherever tourism exists.

Traditionally a circle or roundsphere, it is dark blue with the shape of an eye in the middle. Strollthrough the grand bazaar ofIstanbuland you will lose count of the number of times you see it. Visitpanoramic viewpoint inCappadociaand they hang off trees providing manyperfect photo opportunities.

But do the Turks still usethem? Yes they do.

Almost every Turkish person Iknow has one to carry around with them or display in their home. I often askedif they believe it will ward off bad luck and nine times out of ten, they justshrug their shoulders.

It does not matter whether itworks, they just need it there, and much like a child clings to a comfortblanket, the (evil eye) Nazar Boncuğu provides peace of mind. It is said that when an evil eye cracks, it has done its job ofprotecting you and this belief dates back to the origins of the Nazar Boncuğu.

The Evil Eye Master Craftsmen

Making theTurkishevil eye is an accepted master tradethat stretches back over 3000 years. Men learned the trade from their fathersand will sit at sweltering hot furnaces to twist, shape, and colour the glassinto an evil eye…