Hamsa & Evil Eye Jewelry
Hamsa hand and evil eye necklaces, bracelets and earrings in 925 sterling silver.
What the hamsa and the evil eye mean
The hamsa is an open hand with an eye at its center, worn across the Middle East and North Africa as a sign of protection and blessing. In Jewish tradition it is also called the Hand of Miriam. The evil eye, a blue eye bead, is worn to turn away envy and bad luck. Many pieces combine the two.
Up or down?
Worn with the fingers up, the hamsa is read as protection against harm; with the fingers down, as an open hand that invites blessings and good luck. Both are traditional, so choose the one you like.
Questions
Is the hamsa Jewish?
The hamsa is shared by Jewish, Muslim and Christian communities in the region. In Jewish homes it often appears with Hebrew blessings.
What is the difference between a hamsa and an evil eye?
The hamsa is a hand; the evil eye is an eye bead. The hand protects and blesses, the eye wards off envy. They are often worn together.
Is it real sterling silver?
Every piece listed as 925 sterling silver is solid 925 sterling silver, and gold versions are gold plated over sterling silver. The product page always states the metal.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders arrive in 5-10 business days.