Cimaruta Pentacle Plaque Italian Witchcraft Home Blessing by Dryad Design For Sale

The symbolism of the Cimaruta, which means \"sprig of rue\", can be traced back to the pre-Roman Etruscan period. Originally a charm to protect against enchantments, over time it has become a symbol of the old religion in Italy. The enlargement of a single vervain blossom is associated with the fairy race. The rooster dispels darkness and heralds the dawn. The knife, Diana\'s dart, represents enlightenment as a ray of moonlight. The serpent represents the goddess Prosperpina, the moon Diana herself and the key is symbolic of Hecate.

• Measures 7 inches (17.7 cm) in diameter with a depth of 1 3/4 inches (4.4 cm) in depth
• Created from the sculpture work of Paul Borda of Dryad Design
• Reflects the natural texture of the original sculpture
• A beautiful decorative element for your home or altar
• Polyresin with finish