The fear of falling victim to the “evil eye” for its powers to injure you or give you bad luck dates back to Greco-Roman antiquity. For protection, a blue or green eyed talisman or amulet was created called nazar. They are typically a circle of glass with a round or tear-shaped white eye surrounded by blue or black. The Turkish believed that wearing one, or having it at home, not only protects against the evil eye but also sends the malicious effect back to the original sender. Displays of nazar jewelry for sale are a common sight in the markets of Istanbul, Turkey.