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. Choose from either a white or light blue zircon stone at the center. Strung on a 15.5 inch long chain with a 1.5 inch extender for a max length of 17 inches. Spring ring clasp.

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.

18k gold-plated sterling silver 925

15.5 inch long chain with a 1.5 inch extender for a max length of 17 inches.

Handcrafted in Thessaloniki, Greece

Second generation goldsmith and archaeologist Fani Gkounti first fell in love with jewelry making as a little girl in her father’s jewelry workshop in Thessaloniki, Greece when she saw him melting gold. Influenced by her studies in Archaeology, she now creates fine jewels inspired by ancient shapes and symbols that emphasize on her home country Greece’s rich history. Imperfect shapes with rough finishes make her creations look like they were made thousands of years ago. Combining old-world craftsmanship with modern thinking, her jewelry line Fani Fine reflects her own personal style, simple and timeless, with a scientific twist.