Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan jul24NEW Handcrafted sterling silver dot motifs

Handcrafted sterling silver dot motifs surround the stone

5 cm L x 9 cm W

5 cm H x 5 cm W x 5 cm D

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Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan jul24NEW Handcrafted sterling silver dot motifsThis 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