The evil eye as an ancient amulet of protection gets a modern update. This pared down ring is sleek, modern, and unapologetic in design. It's simplicity makes this evil eye ring perfect for stacking. More evil eyes = more protection. While evil eye amulets were first recorded by the Mesopotamians about 5,000 years ago on clay tablets, belief in their protective power is still strong in many parts of the world. People attach an evil eye amulet to everything they wish to protect from envy and jealousy. Handmade.