1976 Bewitching Jewelry of the Black Arts Occult Charms Talismans Amulets Witch

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Bewitching Jewelry; Jewelry of the Black Arts by Carl H. Giles and Barbara Ann Williams. Published by A. S. Barnes and Company, South Brunswick and New York: Thomas Yoseloff Ltd , London, 1976. Illustrated with line drawings of sigils, charms, amulets, and black-and-white and color photographs and glossy double-sided plates. 159 pp. including index. Hardcover book with original dust-jacket, both in very nice condition. Book cover is in green cloth with gold lettering on spine. Corners and spine ends are bumped. Covers are clean. Internally, book is clean with no writing, underling or highlighting. Binding is tight with solid hinges. No ripped, torn or missing pages. Original dust-jacket is not clipped and has some age-toning and small short tears around edges and rubbing, particularly on the spine. Book measures approximately 6.5 x 10.25 inches.Chapters/sections include: Origins of Occult Jewelry, Basic Bewitching Tools, Talismans and Amulets, Making Your Own Talismans and Amulets, Occult Animal Jewelry, The Scarab, Cross-Section of Crosses, Finger Rings, Seals, Skullduggery an Skulls, Appendix, Bibliography, Index. From the dust-jacket flaps: "Bewitching Jewelry opens the occult showcase of amulets and talismans. It examines the glittering and mystic trappings of the supernatural. Learn what the well-dressed witches are wearing--and why! Rip away the ritual robe and peek at the pendants, bracelets, rings, and necklaces of witchcraft. Amulets and talismans are among the most powerful of all psychic baubles. Mysticism is universal, and amulets are common to all people. Talismans act more as lures to make things happen; amulets are usually used as shields, to safeguard the wearer from misfortunes. Psychics claim that an amulet possesses supernatural powers, while a talisman may be a piece of jewelry or any object that has been endowed with special powers through occult ceremonies. Almost any object may become a talisman. Choosing the right amulets and talismans for you black-arts jewelry box may help you become happier, healthier, and wealthier. This witch's jewel case exhibits the ornamental wonders that may help you achieve goals and fulfill ambitions. Learn how to recognize the pieces of bewitching jewelry that many men and women are wearing You will know what people are trying to accomplish just by observing their occult jewelry.." CONDITIONGUIDELINES Many of our items are previously owned,garage/estate sale or thrift store finds and we do not know their complete history; therefore we cannot guarantee them as completely smoke/dust/pet free--our own home is smoke-free and we have a small dog--please keep these things in mind when bidding on our items. Information about condition and flaws of all items will be described as completely as possible and to the best of our knowledge. Please contact us with any questions regarding our items prior to bidding/purchasing. BOOKS/PUBLICATIONS CONDITION GUIDELINES : Brand New : A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the seller’s listing for full details. Very Good : A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. Good : A book that has been read but is in good condition with normal wear and aging. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.<... read more

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