A natural carved heart-shaped operculum seashell wrapped with silver wire. This comes with a 24 inch silver filled chain. Operculum means "little lid". It is a structure that appears on different types of gastropods, and opens and closes like a tiny trapdoor. The reverse side of the shell has a spiral pattern. It is also called Eye of Shiva and is often used in jewelry to symbolize the evil eye and to ward off danger and misfortune.

Jewelry incorporating the evil eye symbol has been worn for thousands of years to keep the wearer safe from harm. The evil eye symbol is one of the most prevalent images seen worldwide. It is used for basically the same purpose in almost every culture. It is said to ward off the evil eye spell which can include everything from simple bad luck to death.

Seashells have been used metaphysically for thousands of years. Ancient cultures believed natural objects such as shells held spiritual energy and magical powers. They were used as charms and for rituals and divination. Because they come from the sea, shells are associated with the element of water. They can be used to draw desired things into your life.

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