Artist: Thistle & Bess
History- Witch Marks are marks etched into stone, wood and plaster to protect homes and their inhabitants from evil spirits. Evidence of Witch Marks date from the 16th Century and are typically found by windows, doorways and especially around the hearth of historical homes in England. It was thought that evil spirits or spells could enter a home through these openings and that these protective marks, also known as apotropaic marks, would help trap the evil spirits. There are many different types and examples of Witch Marks, but some of the most common are Hexafoils, also known as Daisy Wheels, overlapping circles and concentric circles, and Marian Marks which consist of overlapping V’s and M’s, representing the Virgin Mary.
Hexafoil- A Hexafoil or Daisy Wheel is one of the most commonly found Witch Marks. This compass-drawn floral pattern is often regarded as a solar symbol, which brings light and dispels darkness. Hexafoils have been carved into tombs, doorways, hearths, barns, and churches as a decoy or spirit trap. The never ending line of the symbol was believed to have a hypnotic effect, acting to trap or snare evil spirits and energies.
Auseklis Cross- The Auseklis Cross is a rare protective symbol found more commonly in Eastern Europe. It is regarded as a Sky Symbol, evocative of stars and the night sky. The Auseklis Cross is thought to be a powerful symbol for driving away evil spirits, as the star brings light to banish the darkness.
Evil Eye- The Evil Eye is not typically used as a Witch Mark, but we had to include this ancient protective symbol in our new collection. The Evil Eye symbol dates back 5,000 years and has been used in many different cultures. Wearing an evil eye is said to protect the wearer from the malevolent glare, by casting or reflecting ill wishes away from the wearer.
How To Use Lockets- Wear our Witch Mark lockets as a talisman for good luck and protection. Place an image of a loved one inside, or use it as a tiny vessel for protective herbs or scents. Write a meaningful affirmation and tuck it inside for some extra good luck.
Details- Solid 14k Yellow Gold, 13mm round, sold without a chain.
*Lockets are made to order and take approximately 4 weeks.
Artist: Thistle & Bess
History- Witch Marks are marks etched into stone, wood and plaster to protect homes and their inhabitants from evil spirits. Evidence of Witch Marks date from the 16th Century and are typically found by windows, doorways and especially around the hearth of historical homes in England. It was thought that evil spirits or spells could enter a home through these openings and that these protective marks, also known as apotropaic marks, would help trap the evil spirits. There are many different types and examples of Witch Marks, but some of the most common are Hexafoils, also known as Daisy Wheels, overlapping circles and concentric circles, and Marian Marks which consist of overlapping V’s and M’s, representing the Virgin Mary.
Hexafoil- A Hexafoil or Daisy Wheel is one of the most commonly found Witch Marks. This compass-drawn floral pattern is often regarded as a solar symbol, which brings light and dispels darkness. Hexafoils have been carved into tombs, doorways, hearths, barns, and churches as a decoy or spirit trap. The never ending line of the symbol was believed to have a hypnotic effect, acting to trap or snare evil spirits and energies.
Auseklis Cross- The Auseklis Cross is a rare protective symbol found more commonly in Eastern Europe. It is regarded as a Sky Symbol, evocative of stars and the night sky. The Auseklis Cross is thought to be a powerful symbol for driving away evil spirits, as the star brings light to banish the darkness.
Evil Eye- The Evil Eye is not typically used as a Witch Mark, but we had to include this ancient protective symbol in our new collection. The Evil Eye symbol dates back 5,000 years and has been used in many different cultures. Wearing an evil eye is said to protect the wearer from the malevolent glare, by casting or reflecting ill wishes away from the wearer.
How To Use Lockets- Wear our Witch Mark lockets as a talisman for good luck and protection. Place an image of a loved one inside, or use it as a tiny vessel for protective herbs or scents. Write a meaningful affirmation and tuck it inside for some extra good luck.
Details- Solid 14k Yellow Gold, 13mm round, sold without a chain.
*Lockets are made to order and take approximately 4 weeks.
