Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Blue or Purple this animal-themed salt and pepper

this animal-themed salt and pepper shaker pair is finished with brown and white glazes

Domingo Reanda in Guatemala designs and crafts the bracelet

mahogany wood

dangling at the center of sterling silver rolo chain

The artisan carves the statuette by hand from suar wood and gives it a medium brown finish

Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Blue or Purple this animal-themed salt and pepperThis 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