Talismans Collection

Hei-Tiki Talisman
HEI-TIKI TALISMAN jade charm worn by Maoris to bring them good luck

Good Luck Talisman
A Chinese talisman featuring the immortal Liu-Hai, used in families for protection and good luck : includes the ying and yang and the eight trigrams

Abracadabra Talisman
ABRACADABRA TALISMAN This word was supposed by the Gnostics to have magical properties, and it was widely adopted as a charm

Menat Talisman
MENAT TALISMAN Incorporating the emblem of Hathor, the goddess of motherhood, this talisman protected ancient Egyptian women

Solomons Seal
SOLOMONs SEAL to the ancient Jews this was the emblem of the Absolute

Crescent and Hand
CRESCENT AND HAND TALISMAN an emblem of hospitality

CORNUCOPIA a symbol of plenty, abundance, prosperity, fertility, wealth, good fortune, and more, and more, and more of everything

NAIL TALISMAN
GNOSTIC NAIL TALISMAN 2nd century Gnostics wore these inscribed nails to protect them against lemures - spirits of the unhappy dead Date: 1923

Plate with Talismans for Duanwujie (Dragon Boat Festival), Qing dynasty, (1736-1795)
Plate with Talismans for Duanwujie (Dragon Boat Festival), Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong reign mark and period (1736-1795)

Good Luck Card - Penzance - Lawson Wood - Black Cat and Red Horseshoe Date: circa 1937

Embroidered postcard depicting Good Luck Charms, pre 1914 (silk and card)
CHT220451 Embroidered postcard depicting Good Luck Charms, pre 1914 (silk and card) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Zhenwu with the Eight Trigrams, the Northern Dipper, and Talismans, Qing dynasty
2969780 Zhenwu with the Eight Trigrams, the Northern Dipper, and Talismans, Qing dynasty, 17th or early 18th century (hanging scroll; ink, colours & gold on silk) by Chinese School

German Postcard depicting Good Luck Charms, sent from Hungary on 21st May 1911
CHT220452 German Postcard depicting Good Luck Charms, sent from Hungary on 21st May 1911 (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

French postcard depicting La Semeuse de Bonheur (The Sower of Good Luck)
CHT220450 French postcard depicting La Semeuse de Bonheur (The Sower of Good Luck), 29th March 1914 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French

GOOD FORTUNE SYMBOLS
China The deity Kiang-tse-ya holds good fortune talismans - the Ying and Yang, and a group of symbols from the I-ching

Horse Brasses
HORSE BRASSES talismans favoured by English countryfolk to protect their horses and for general good luck

Roman Bulla
ROMAN BULLA TALISMAN featuring a Gorgons Head, guaranteed to ward off a magical attack

Gnostic Talisman
GNOSTIC TALISMAN which provided protection against evil, both physical and moral

Batak Charm Book
BATAK, book of charms Natives of Sumatra find here charms to guide and protect them in all their affairs

Buckle of Isis
BUCKLE OF ISIS Since Isis was the greatest of the Egyptian divinities, this buckle carrying her insignia meant that no wrong could be done to the wearer

Abraxas Stone
ABRAXAS STONE carved with occult signs and words and much favored by the Romans

Utchet Talisman
UTCHAT TALISMAN worn by the Ancient Egyptians, this incorporated the powerful Eye of Horus

Buddhist Talisman
BUDDHIST DORJE TALISMAN protecting the wearer against magic and other evils

Ballan Wrasse (Labrus bergylta) Ballan Cross, flattened teeth on pharyngeal bones in throat (traditionally worn as lucky talisman by sailors), washed up on beach strandline, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset

Good Fortune Symbols
China The deity Kiang-tse-ya holds good fortune talismans - the Ying and Yang, and a group of symbols from the I-ching

Six Magic Pentacles
With these six PENTACLES you have a reasonable expectation of influencing good spirits in a way which will favour your plans

Fecundity Talisman
A Chinese talisman which ensures fecundity - count them, five bouncing boys ! You should be so lucky !

Against Demons
A Chinese talisman against demons

Chinese Eagle Print
Popular talismanic print, depicting a protective EAGLE devouring a FEMALE FOX-DEMON

Eye-Agate Talisman
EYE-AGATE TALISMAN Some agates, when cut, resemble an eye - so they are worn as a protection against the Evil Eye

FISH CHARM
FISH TALISMAN Because the Greek word for fish, ICHTHYS, is a monogram for Jesus, early Christians perceived the fish as a magical sign

Cross Talisman
CROSS TALISMAN For Christians, this symbol, representing the cross on which Jesus was crucified, offers powerful protection against his foe, the Devil

Serpent Talisman
SERPENT TALISMAN The serpent is emblematic of wisdom and eternity, and the talisman which incorporates it should bestow the first and promise the second

Caduceus Talisman
CADUCEUS TALISMAN symbolising wisdom and health, it was adopted by the medical profession who possess the first and bestow the second

Hand Talisman
HAND TALISMAN incorporating other signs and symbols, this is a very powerful protective emblem

Greek Vowel Talisman
GREEK VOWEL TALISMAN the seven Greek vowels were thought by some to have a special power, and were inscribed on talismans

Scarab Talisman
SCARAB TALISMAN To the ancient Egyptians the scarab was the emblem of re- creation, making this carved stone talisman a favourable symbol

ELF SHOT
ELF-SHOT These flint arrow-heads were supposed to be of fairy origin, and a valuable protection against the Evil Eye

Tau Talisman
TAU TALISMAN The letter T in ancient Greek, Hebrew and Semitic alphabets was sacred, and was adopted by the Christians as Saint Antonys Cross

Tibetan Food Stamp
TIBETAN FOOD STAMP This talisman was pressed onto soft foodstuffs, creating an image which protected the lamas from evil spirits

Egyptian Ankh Talisman
EGYPTIAN ANKH TALISMAN (also known as the crux ansata ) - the ancient Egyptian emblem of life

New Guinea Talisman
NEW GUINEA TALISMAN grotesquely carved wooden figure, intended to frighten away evil spirits by being even more hideous than them

Conch Shell Talisman
CONCH SHELL TALISMAN favoured by Buddhists who believe it confers many benefits on the wearer

Tusk Talisman
TUSK TALISMAN carved in basalt, worn by the Etruscans in honour of Isis, hoping for her protection

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Talismans have long been revered for their mystical powers and protective qualities. From the ancient Hei-Tiki Talisman of the Maori people to the Good Luck Talisman believed to bring fortune, these enchanting objects hold a special place in various cultures. One such talisman is the Abracadabra Talisman, known for its ability to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. Similarly, the Menat Talisman symbolizes protection and fertility, offering a sense of security to those who possess it. Solomon's Seal, with its intricate design, is another powerful talisman that has been used throughout history for spiritual guidance and wisdom. The Crescent and Hand talisman holds significance in many Middle Eastern cultures as a symbol of divine protection against harm. The NAIL TALISMAN carries an air of mystery, often associated with supernatural abilities such as healing or granting wishes. Meanwhile, the Plate with Talismans from the Qing dynasty showcases an array of symbols specifically crafted for Duanwujie (Dragon Boat Festival), representing blessings and prosperity and can typically used alongside incantations to enhance their potency. These rituals create a connection between humans and higher realms, allowing individuals to tap into unseen forces for guidance or protection. Ancient lithographs provide us with glimpses into historical examples - each unique in design but united by their purpose: safeguarding against misfortune or attracting good fortune. They serve as reminders that belief in these amulets spans across civilizations throughout time. Even today, we find traces embedded within our culture - like the Good Luck Card adorned with Lawson Wood's iconic Black Cat imagery or embroidered postcards featuring an assortment of charms dating back to pre-1914. These artifacts remind us that our desire for luck and protection remains unchanged over centuries. Intriguing yet enigmatic, talismans continue to captivate our imagination.