Slavic amulet rings

Since ancient times, rings have been treated as objects with special properties. Many traditions, signs, superstitions and rituals are associated with them. Slavic peoples applied various symbols to them, turning ordinary jewelry into powerful amulets. Slavic-style rings are also relevant in the modern world.

In ancient times, people believed that the fingertips were conductors of magical energy. If you move your hands through the air in a certain order or conditionally outline certain symbols, you can create an energy or protective field. Finger rings can multiply the power of such rituals.

The rings were worn as amulets. It was customary to inherit them. The older the jewelry was, the stronger its magical properties. When the jewel passed through many generations, the memory of its first owner was erased. The descendants created various legends, according to which their family jewel had an unearthly creation.

The amulet acquired its magical properties only when it was created with its own hand. If it was not possible to make the jewelry ourselves, then it was made to order from talented craftsmen. But then the product had to go through a series of rituals to impart favorable magical energy. For this, various conspiracies and prayers were pronounced.

Since ancient times, rings have been an indicator of a person's status in various cultures. The wealthy and influential members of the genus wore massive rings with precious stones on their fingers.Princes and high nobility wore rings with family crests. They served as seals for the most important contracts.

The magical property of the ring was determined depending on what symbol was depicted on it.

The Phoenix bird is a mythological character capable of burning to the ground and being reborn again. Accordingly, his image symbolizes rebirth and a new, better life. The Phoenix bird charm brings good luck and self-confidence.

Protective ring The Tree of Life protects against ailments and poverty. The rings with this symbol are complemented by the image of two cornucopia. The product provides its owner with health and material well-being for many years. The tree of life is also capable of protecting against evil magic and the spells of sorcerers.

The Kolovrat amulet rings symbolically depict the movement of the heavenly body. The man with the Kolovrat ring falls under the protection of Svarog, Khors and Dazhdbog. The owner of the ring is endowed with the strength that allows him to withstand life's difficulties. The energy of this symbol is capable of developing courage and creative thinking.

Kolovrat rings can be supplemented with a symbol of longevity - Serpentine. Such rings are decorated in the center with a green stone, which enhances the protective properties of the jewelry. Kolovrat-Serpentine endows with good health and remarkable strength. They protect wealth, bring success.

Lions with wings and an eagle's head - Griffins are protectors and guardians of wealth. The image of these creatures on the rings brings well-being to the home. This amulet is able not only to store money, but also to increase it.

The image on the amulets of the Valkyrie warrior allows you to achieve success in business. The amulet brings wealth, protects it from theft and fraud. In order to increase the magical properties of the ring, runes of wealth - Fehu are applied to it.

In ancient Slavic mythology, Veles is the patron saint of agriculture. Its symbolism on the rings brings good luck, wealth, gives its owner wisdom and initiates into the secrets of life. The totem animals of Veles were considered to be a bull, a wolf and a bear. Rings with images of these animals develop mental abilities, improve intuition, which allows you to protect yourself from fraudsters.

Our ancestors were respectful of agricultural products, because only she gave them life. Images of bread and ears of grain have always occupied a special place in folk symbolism. The charm with the image of the sprouted grain is called the Power of Life. This is a very powerful amulet that can give everything you need - health, well-being and prosperity. Healers loved to wear such rings, as the product increased their strength.

If it is necessary to direct a person to the correct lifestyle, then the Svarozhich amulet ring is perfect for him. A ring with the symbols of a fiery deity is able to get rid of addictions and help to competently make vital decisions. The amulet endows its owner with willpower, does not allow one to descend to alcoholism and drug addiction.

The fern color is believed to destroy any dark enchantment. He is symbolically depicted as an eight-pointed swastika. Such a ring makes its owner invulnerable to evil influences. The fern flower is also able to cope with ailments or alleviate the course of especially serious illnesses.

The Burdock ring brings unconditional success. It helps luck to "cling" to a person, like thorns of a thistle. This plant is able to survive even in the most unfavorable weather conditions. Accordingly, his symbol gives life energy to the one who puts such a ring on his finger.

In most cases, amulets were not divided into male and female.However, the fair sex, as the continuer of the family, needed their personal talismans. For the manufacture of rings with Slavic symbols, no specific technique was indicated. A twisted, plate or braided ring could become an amulet.

One of these female amulets is the symbol of Alive - the goddess of life and fertility. It gives warmth, harmony, relieves of bad thoughts, relieves stress. For a woman, there is nothing better than an amulet that gives life energy.

Another symbol intended exclusively for women's rings is the star of Lada, the goddess of spring and plowing, the patroness of lovers and marriage. Such decoration helps to cope with anger, make a wise decision, find harmony and balance. It will help unmarried girls find a worthy betrothed.

The central figure in ancient Slavic mythology among the female patrons is Makosh. Her symbol on amulets helps women keep the family hearth. The ring brings joy, reveals talents and develops intuition.

Temple rings were a traditional adornment of ancient Slavic women. They were attached to the headdress on both sides, hanging at the temples, which is why they got this name. They were a powerful amulet for young Slavs who were to continue the race. Young beauties needed additional protection in order to protect themselves from the evil eye and the negative influence of envious rivals.

Temporal rings were worn by all the fair sex, young and old. However, for children, they had an exclusively decorative meaning.

Not only symbols were endowed with magical properties, but also the material from which the amulet ring was made. Along with gold and silver, jewelry was made of copper and aluminum.

For the ancient Slavs, silver had peaceful protective properties. Rings made of this material protected from dark spells and the evil eye. It was believed that silver jewelry darkens due to the fact that it absorbs bad energy. Ancestors dipped such amulets into spring water to cleanse them from evil influences.

The magical characteristics of gold are of a more warlike character. This metal attracts energy and transfers it to its owner. Hand-made gold jewelry possessed special properties. Such amulets are capable of endowing with strength, wisdom and courage.

Products were supplemented with various stones that added or enhanced protective properties.

• Agate bestowed longevity on the owner of the ring, as it is a stone of vital energy.
• Topaz is able to heal mental wounds, give fidelity, peace and balance.
• Aquamarine - a mineral of a surprisingly beautiful shade of sea waves is the keeper of the family hearth.
• Carnelian brings happiness, maintains good spirits and good mood.
• Pearls endows its owner with good health, gives long years of life. It was a favorite stone of princes and boyars.
• Emerald was more often used in women's jewelry. Symbolized chastity and love. It was believed that this green mineral drives away melancholy, protects newlyweds from family troubles.