Sapta Matrikas Small Pentagon Amulet Hoop Stone: Turquoise

Stone: Turquoise

Though its transparency and color varies

Length: 2 3/8"

Durga was born fully-grown and is depicted as extremely beautiful and full of rage

Sapta Matrikas Small Pentagon Amulet Hoop Stone: TurquoiseMetal: Silver Length: 1 1 4" Width: 1 1 4" The antique silver amulet, or patri, is anchored in an ancient Indian tradition of village and tribal art. This is rural art that has given a voice to women, to the tribe, and to the lowest caste villager. The icons are about connection with nature as well as connection with the vital energy of creation. Traditionally, amulets have been objects that were thought to bestow the owner with the properties, powers