Metal - Amulet





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This ancient authentic Brazilian amulet is made of silvered metal with many pendants, each with an auspicious meaning. It is said that when placed at the doorway of a house it brings luck and happiness to the inhabitants. This one, in particular, is more precious because it is ancient, untouched, and with many pendants.
The balangandan (or penca de balangandan) is a traditional Afro-Brazilian amulet, originating from the state of Bahia, consisting of a cluster of charms in precious metal (silver or silver-plated metal) hanging from a clasp. Historically, it was worn by African enslaved women as a symbol of good fortune, fertility, and protection.
Figa or hand — protection against evil.
Grape, pomegranate, fruits — fertility, abundance, life.
Fish — symbol of fertility and connection with the goddess of the waters.
Birds on the “nave” (bearing ring) — often interpreted as a symbol of the two continents (Africa and the Americas) and of the forced journey of the African slave trade.
This ancient authentic Brazilian amulet is made of silvered metal with many pendants, each with an auspicious meaning. It is said that when placed at the doorway of a house it brings luck and happiness to the inhabitants. This one, in particular, is more precious because it is ancient, untouched, and with many pendants.
The balangandan (or penca de balangandan) is a traditional Afro-Brazilian amulet, originating from the state of Bahia, consisting of a cluster of charms in precious metal (silver or silver-plated metal) hanging from a clasp. Historically, it was worn by African enslaved women as a symbol of good fortune, fertility, and protection.
Figa or hand — protection against evil.
Grape, pomegranate, fruits — fertility, abundance, life.
Fish — symbol of fertility and connection with the goddess of the waters.
Birds on the “nave” (bearing ring) — often interpreted as a symbol of the two continents (Africa and the Americas) and of the forced journey of the African slave trade.

