NIKA bracelet made of blue hawk's eye stones, 8 mm, 24 beads

Blue Hawk’s Eye Bracelet with NIKA Medallion, 8 mm, 24 Beads

Add a touch of deep, steel-blue elegance to your everyday look with this handcrafted bracelet made of 8 mm blue hawk’s eye beads, finished with a NIKA charm. Hawk’s eye is loved for its silky shimmer and rich blue-gray tones that shift with the light, so each bead has its own unique pattern and no two bracelets are exactly alike. It is a stylish choice for men and women alike and pairs easily with both casual and formal outfits.

Details:

• Material: blue hawk’s eye
• Bead size: 8 mm
• Number of beads: 24
• Charm: NIKA
• Handmade
• Elastic stretch design, easy to put on and take off

What Does the Word NIKA Mean?

NIKA is a Greek word meaning “victory.” In Christianity, it is a symbol of the triumph of Jesus Christ over death through His Resurrection. The inscription is traditionally linked to Emperor Constantine the Great and his victory in 312, which, according to tradition, was preceded by a vision of a cross in the sky with the words “By this, conquer!”

After his triumph, Constantine is said to have set up three monuments in Constantinople bearing the inscriptions IC, XC and NIKA. Together they read “Jesus Christ Conquers.” Over time, the word NIKA became a traditional inscription on crosses, prosphora and the Artos bread, reminding believers of Christ’s power over death and the hope of eternal life.

This bracelet is a meaningful accessory for everyday wear and a thoughtful gift for baptisms, birthdays or any occasion when you want to give something with a deeper meaning.

Note: as the stones are natural, slight variations in color and pattern are normal and make each bracelet one of a kind.