Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Jean Patch Asunta Pelaez in Peru creates

Asunta Pelaez in Peru creates this lovely tray

Pendant(s): 2 inches H x 0

they cover the cuff with hand-woven caña flecha fiber in bright yellow

5 inches tall and just under 1 inch at the base

Patricio Coroy designs the set of two in graduated sizes

Unique Armenian Wood Amulet - Crescent Daghdaghan Jean Patch Asunta Pelaez in Peru createsThis 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