08. Magatama - comma-shaped bead

What is Magatama?
Magatama is a Talisman of good fortune in Japan, with religious significance in Japan’s Shintō traditions.
Magatama literally means "curved ball."
The magatama is an ancient Japanese ornament.
The jewel-shaped magatama is also one of the Three Shintō Regalia 三種の神器 (sacred mirror, sword, and jewel), and in this role it is known as the Yasakani no Magatama  From early on, the magatama symbolized "avoidance of evil" or the "magic of good fortune."
In modern times, the magatama is still sold as a talisman at retail stores.