Talisman

A term  used  to  name  gems,  charms  and  jewellery worn to bring good luck or to ward off  evil. Throughout the last 3000 years, different  talismans  (also  known  as  amulets)  have  been  worn  by  different  religions  and  cultures  for  the effect they have on one’s wellbeing.  Shah  Jahan, the famous builder of the Taj Mahal, was  so fanatical about gemstones and their ability to  bring good fortune and wealth that he asked a  Glyptographer to inscribe his favourite Emeralds  with the Persian inscription  “he who possesses  this charm shall enjoy the special protection of  god”.