Inspired by the protective eye on Odysseus’s ship painted in the famed Siren vase, this "evil eye" necklace is rich in symbolism and connected to Homer's Odyssey.
The ancient vase depicts Odysseus approaching the island of the Sirens, his ship adorned with a painted eye that served as an apotropaic symbol — a guardian against evil, envy, and misfortune during his long voyage home to Ithaca. This timeless motif of protection, born in Greek antiquity, continues to resonate today as the “evil eye,” a symbol worn to ward off negativity and invite good fortune.
The necklace’s design is directly inspired by the distinctive shape of the painted eye on Odysseus’s ship, reimagined with modern craftsmanship in luxurious 18k gold-plated sterling silver. At its center, a striking black zircon is framed by radiant blue zircons, echoing the traditional hues of the protective eye.
Suspended from a refined satellite chain — a delicate chain accented with tiny metal spheres that add subtle texture and movement — this piece combines ancient symbolism with contemporary elegance. Perfect for layering or wearing on its own, it is more than jewelry: it is a wearable connection to mythology, history, and the enduring power of protective amulets.
Handcrafted in Thessaloniki, Greece.
This necklace ships in a Fani Fine–branded velvet pouch and accompanied by a keepsake card that shares the piece’s connection to Homer’s Odyssey, along with a thoughtfully chosen quote by the Greek poet C.P. Cavafy.
Inspired by the protective eye on Odysseus’s ship painted in the famed Siren vase, this "evil eye" necklace is rich in symbolism and connected to Homer's Odyssey.
The ancient vase depicts Odysseus approaching the island of the Sirens, his ship adorned with a painted eye that served as an apotropaic symbol — a guardian against evil, envy, and misfortune during his long voyage home to Ithaca. This timeless motif of protection, born in Greek antiquity, continues to resonate today as the “evil eye,” a symbol worn to ward off negativity and invite good fortune.
The necklace’s design is directly inspired by the distinctive shape of the painted eye on Odysseus’s ship, reimagined with modern craftsmanship in luxurious 18k gold-plated sterling silver. At its center, a striking black zircon is framed by radiant blue zircons, echoing the traditional hues of the protective eye.
Suspended from a refined satellite chain — a delicate chain accented with tiny metal spheres that add subtle texture and movement — this piece combines ancient symbolism with contemporary elegance. Perfect for layering or wearing on its own, it is more than jewelry: it is a wearable connection to mythology, history, and the enduring power of protective amulets.
Handcrafted in Thessaloniki, Greece.
This necklace ships in a Fani Fine–branded velvet pouch and accompanied by a keepsake card that shares the piece’s connection to Homer’s Odyssey, along with a thoughtfully chosen quote by the Greek poet C.P. Cavafy.