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HOW TO CHOOSE AN ASTROLOGICAL TALISMAN OR AMULET
Astrological Talisman Video
Introduction to Astrological Talismans & Amulets
Sources for Astrological Talismans & Amulets
CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TALISMANS
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Types of Astrological Talismans & Amulets
Planetary Talismans & Amulets
Saturn Talismans
Jupiter Talismans
Mars Talismans Sun Talismans
Venus Talismans
Mercury Talismans
Moon Talismans
Fixed Star Talismans
Talismans of the Mansions of the Moon
House Based Full Chart Talismans
Learning More About Astrological Talismans
Introduction to Astrological Talismans & Amulets
Talisman comes from the Greek telesma meaning consecrated or sacred object. Amulet comes from the Latin amuletum and refers more narrowly to objects with an apotropaic or protective function. The key to astrological talismans and amulets is the timing of their creation which is determined by electional astrology. Unless talismans are created at an astrologically auspicious time as well as being ritually consecrated they are nothing more than jewelry with astrological designs, lacking any magical or spiritual charge.
Talismans represent the logical extension of a spiritual world view and have been a part of Western culture for thousands of years. Renaissance Magi like Marsilio Ficino and Cornelius Agrippa saw the entire Cosmos as one great, interconnected Being, a system based on intricate harmony, sympathy and correspondence, both spiritual and material. Astrology, Alchemy and Magic were seen as the preparatory studies for Hermetic Gnosis, a practical way of experiencing the unity of the Cosmos.
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The Renaissance Astrology website provides resources for both students and practitioners of authentic medieval and Renaissance astrological magic. All of the information on the website has been carefully researched from authentic traditional sources and meticulously cited for further reading and study. Those who find their interest piqued and wish to go beyond simply studying this fascinating area, can obtain talismans created exactly according to the traditional sources or learn how to create talismans for themselves in accordance with the ancient Western esoteric system.
Sources for Astrological Talismans & Amulets
For Renaissance astrological magic our key printed sources for the actual construction of talismans and amulets are Cornelius Agrippa's encyclopedic Three Books of Occult Philosophy and Marsilio Ficino's fascinating Three Books on Life. The association of astrology and astrological magic with evil spirits created a chill with regard to publication of texts on these subjects in the Renaissance. However, there are several other interesting printed sources including The Supreme Mysteries also known as the Archidoxes of Magic attributed to Paracelsus and Mysterium Sigillorum by Israel Hibner.
A considerable number of astrological magic texts circulated in the medieval and Renaissance period in manuscript. Frank Klassen provides an interesting list of library holdings of Manuscripts of Astrological Image Magic. One of the most important manuscripts of astrological magic was the Picatrix or Ghayat al Hikam, "the Aim of the Wise". This book, written circa AD 1000 and translated into Latin in 1256 at the court of Alphonso the Wise of Castile, was probably the most influential of all astrological magic texts. Both Agrippa and Ficino cite the Picatrix extensively. Another key text is De Imaginibus "On Images" by the Harranian Sabian sage Thabit Ibn Qurra. This text, newly translated and published by Renaissance Astrology, represents the most sophisticated astrological magic ever practiced, using as it does, the entire repertoire of traditional Electional Astrology. Another interesting source for ceremonial magic using astrology are the Pentacles from the Greater Key of Solomon.
There are also a large number of translations from authentic Renaissance and medieval astrological magic sources available on the Renaissance Astrology web site including translations from Picatrix, as well as Planetary Rings from the the Treasure of Alexander, Hermes on the 15 Fixed Stars, Albertus Magnus on the Talismans of the Signs of the Zodiac and Constellations, The Images & Figures of Hermes, Seals of Stones of Solomon and the Seals & Sigils of Chael.
Currently Available Talismans, Rings & Mirrors
If you are interested in a specific talisman Contact me with your exact time, date and place of birth and I can give you a quick reading to tell if the talisman is appropriate for you. You may also be interested in the more in depth Astrological Checkup and Full Natal Reading which also provide in depth talismanic suggestions based on your birth chart.
Take a look at the different Pentacles from the Greater Key of Solomon.
Jupiter in Sagittarius |
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Talismans of Jupiter in Sagittarius for prosperity and good fortune. Sterling silver with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Jupiter image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Joseph Smith Jupiter |
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The Joseph Smith Jupiter Talisman for prosperity and good fortune. Sterling silver with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Jupiter image and consecration instructions. $249.95 plus shipping.
Great Wealth Talisman |
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Picatrix house based talismans of Great Wealth and success in all undertakings. Sterling silver with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Great Wealth image and consecration instructions. $499.95 plus shipping.
Love/Wealth |
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De Imaginibus house based talismans for love & wealth. Large Love/Wealth & Small Love/Wealth talismans. Sterling silver with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Love Wealth image and consecration instructions. Small Love/Wealth talismans $199.95 plus shipping. Large Love/Wealth talismans $299.95 plus shipping.
3rd Mansion |
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Talismans of the Third Mansion for wealth, prosperity and "all good things" Silver with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson 3rd Mansion image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Spica Talisman |
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Talismans of the fixed star Spica for prosperity and good fortune Sterling silver, Includes leather cord, Nigel Jackson Spica image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Venus Talisman |
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Talismans of Venus for love, Silver Venus Talismans $199.95 plus shipping. Talismans come with leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Venus image and consecration instructions.
26th Mansion |
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Talismans of the Twenty Sixth Mansion for love and friendship. Sterling silver. Includes leather cord plus Nigel Jackson 3rd Mansion image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Sun Talisman |
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Talismans of the Sun for health, fame and success. Silver and gold talisman. Includes leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Sun image and consecration instructions. $249.95 plus shipping.
Moon Talisman |
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Talismans of the Moon for growth, safety, health and wealth. Sterling silver. Includes leather cord and Nigel Jackson Moon image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Mars Talisman |
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Mars talismans, for determination and success. Large Mars Talismans $199.95 plus shipping and Small Mars Talismans $99.95 plus shipping Silver and iron talisman. Includes leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Mars image and consecration instructions.
Mercury Talisman |
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Talismans of Mercury $199.95 plus shipping for communication, eloquence, memory, success in business and prosperity. Sterling silver. Includes leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Mercury image and consecration instructions.
Saturn Talisman |
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Talismans of Saturn for long life, success, astrology, magic, sorcery and occult knowledge. Sterling silver and lead. Includes Nigel Jackson Saturn image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Pleiades Talisman |
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Talismans of the Pleiades fixed star cluster Large Pleiades for $199.95 + shipping or Small Pleiades for $99.95 The Mage's Talisman for magical power & knowledge. Sterling silver Includes leather cord plus Nigel Jackson Pleiades image and consecration instructions.
Cazimi Moon |
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Talismans of the Cazimi Moon for invisibility and protection against enemies, the government and those in authority. Sterling Silver. Includes leather cord, Nigel Jackson Moon image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Procyon Talisman |
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Talismans of the fixed star Procyon for protection against witchcraft and curses. Sterling Silver. Includes leather cord, Nigel Jackson Procyon image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Vega Talisman |
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Talismans of the fixed star Vega for protection against witchcraft and curses. Sterling silver. Includes leather cord, Nigel Jackson Vega image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
Alkaid Talisman |
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Talismans of the fixed star Alkaid for spiritual and physical protection. Sterling silver. Includes leather cord, Nigel Jackson Alkaid image and consecration instructions. $199.95 plus shipping.
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Love/Wealth Ring |
De Imaginibus house based silver Love/Wealth rings $299.95 and up plus shipping. Includes Nigel Jackson Love/Wealth image and consecration instructions.
Jupiter Ring |
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Silver Jupiter rings for wealth, prosperity and good fortune $299.95 and up plus shipping. Includes Nigel Jackson Jupiter image and consecration instructions.
Venus Ring |
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Silver Venus rings for love, friendship and pleasure. Includes Nigel Jackson Venus image and consecration instructions. $299.95 and up plus shipping.
Moon Ring |
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Silver Moon rings for growth, safety, health and wealth. Includes Nigel Jackson Moon image and consecration instructions. $299.95 and up plus shipping.
Saturn Ring |
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Silver Saturn Rings for long life, success, astrology, magic, sorcery and occult knowledge. $299.95 & up plus shipping. Includes Nigel Jackson Saturn image and consecration instructions.
Saturn Mirror |
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Saturn Mage's Mirror Saturn mirror for long life, success, astrology, magic, sorcery and occult knowledge. 3 inch x 3 inch etched mirror plus Nigel Jackson Saturn image and consecration instructions. $59.95 plus shipping.
Testimonials
While we cannot guarantee exactly what the effect of a particular talisman will be or when it will take effect, I can personally vouch for the power of astrological talismans and have received many unsolicited testimonials. Here are a few:
"I just accepted a new job that is a significant pay increase. I don't think it is any wonder it happened on Jupiter day. Thanks for providing me with some of the magic that helped to made it happen."
George Sorvalis Jupiter Talisman 9-14-06
"Things seem to be improving rather quickly since I did the Jupiter ritual and started wearing my talisman...Since I've been wearing this I have been receiving more recognition and have been referred for and almost been begged to work in several permanent positions."
Danielle Johnson Jupiter Talisman 5-5-06
"I'm a believer, my very large income was restored and has been growing non-stop since, with great promise and growth in the new company itself, which is currently on the verge of another major surge in growth."
Lou Terlizzi Jupiter Talisman 1-0-07
I am writing to let you know that the talismans have arrived safely and I am deeply thankful to you for these beautifully crafted, and powerfully magical objects. They are everything that I hoped they would be and more. The Work that you do is a great service to mankind and I am eternally grateful. The meditation cards are perfect for the task of visualizing the necessary energies for invocation and I'm really looking forward to using them Thursday morning, and thereafter. The instructions are clear and easy to understand as I am familiar with ceremonial ritual.
William Cummings 12-10-07
Chris, Your pendant worked! Thanks. Within hours of putting it back on, I started to get better and slept well without coughing all night! You should've seen the pollution in India. It was like a grey shroud all over the cities.
Feroza 3-12-08
Thanks for making these powerful talismans in the ancient way Mr. Warnock, people like you are part of the movement to return functional mysticism back to the masses, a true pioneer. I am proud to own one of your talismans. I believe in the future your talismans will be collectors items not only for their immense power, but their beauty as well.
AA 11-17-08
I wanted to thank you for the Sun Talismans I ordered from you for my Dad and Myself. My dad and i are business partners as apartment landlords and have been spinning our wheels forever just making ends meet. 2 weeks after receiving our Sun Talismans, tenants who normally linger to pay their rent have surprised us paying early...and in full including late charges! We broke our monthly collection record by triple in the 20 years we have been in business! And take this...I, still on the single market, had a mysterious encounter with a beautiful single lady who could actually turn out to be my soulmate! These things work!
Joseph Gracia Sun Talisman 12-9-08
The 3rd Mansion Talisman is working great for me. I recently got accepted to a top graduate program I've really been wanting to get into!
RT 3rd Mansion Talisman 2-27-09
Just wanted to let you know that the amulet [Venus talisman] I bought from you WORKED!! I met an amazing girl and am very happy! I am going to buy more very soon.
John Acosta Venus Talisman 4-29-09
Types of Astrological Talismans & Amulets
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Once an appropriate time is chosen, the mage gathers the materials from which the talisman or amulet will be made. Each planet, for example, is associated with a certain metal. As the chosen time the mage creates the talisman. My talismans are all cast from precious metals, but talismans can also be stamped, inscribed or engraven and made in metal, gems, or even on paper or parchment. The effect of gemstone and metal talismans is longer lasting, for as the Renaissance philosopher Marsilio Ficino observes, "gems and metals, though they seem too hard for accepting a celestial influence, nevertheless retain it longer if they receive it." Three Books on Life, Book III, chapter 14. Once again the key is that the talisman must receive its form at the elected time if it is to be efficacious.
After making the talisman with the appropriate signs, sigils, characters, images and designs, as set forth at length in our traditional sources, the mage then consecrates the talisman in a magical ceremony. In one sense this can be seen as charging the talisman with the energy of the chosen astrological factor. At the same time, the consecration can also be seen as the invocation of the spirit ruling or animating the chosen astrological factor who then inhabits or infuses the talisman with its particular powers. The talisman is then worn by the user or placed in a location where the mage wishes the effects of the talisman or amulet to manifest.
Planetary Talismans and Amulets
We first look at Saturn the Greater Malefic. Saturn, like Mars, the Lesser Malefic, has an energy that is necessary, but often difficult to deal with. He is associated with melancholy and death as well as agriculture, construction, occult studies, solidity and discipline. For much of 2004-2006 Saturn will be in an afflicted state that is inappropriate for talismans. Here is my sole example of a Saturn talisman from the encyclopedic book of astrological magic, Picatrix.
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Jupiter |
Jupiter Picatrix talisman for success w/judges & officials
Jupiter talisman for prosperity
Jupiter & fixed star Sirius talisman
Jupiter triplicity talisman
Jupiter cazimi talisman & banner
Jupiter talisman for prosperity
Jupiter talisman for prosperity
Next is Mars the Lesser Malefic, who is associated with courage, fortitude, strength, victory as well as war. Here are a number of examples of Mars talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
Mars Picatrix talisman for fear & dread
Mars talisman
Mars Picatrix talisman to stop bleeding
Mars Picatrix talisman for power
Mars Picatrix talisman for achievement & great works
Next is the Sun, the Light of the Day, associated with healing, wealth, friendship, nobility, authority. Here are a number of examples of Sun talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
Agrippa Sun talisman for fame
Sun talisman for depression
Picatrix Sun talisman
Sun talisman
Mysterium Sigillorum Sun talisman
Sun talisman
Sun in Leo talisman
While these are called talismans of the signs, they are more appropriate termed Sun talismans, because they are prepared when the Sun is in their signs. They come from the The Supreme Mysteries also known as the Archidoxes of Magic attributed to Paracelsus.
Paracelsus' Sun in Libra talisman
Paracelsus' Sun in Scorpio talisman
Next is Venus, the Lesser Benefic, associated with love, friendship, travel, art, music, beauty. Here are a number of examples of Venus talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
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Venus |
Venus/Moon talisman
Venus triplicity talisman
Venus/Moon talisman
Venus Picatrix bird-headed talisman
Venus Taurus talisman
Venus in Libra talisman
Venus & Spica talisman
Venus Picatrix love talisman
Venus in Taurus talisman
Venus love talisman
Venus talisman
Next is Mercury, associated with communication, business, memory, eloquence, learning. Here are a number of examples of Mercury talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
Picatrix Mercury in Virgo talisman
Mercury in Aquarius talisman for occult knowledge
Picatrix Mercury talisman
Hermes Trismegistus election
Next is the Moon, the Light of the Night, associated with travel, messages, communications, divination, and the measured change of all things, their birth, life and death, in the Material World. Here are a number of examples of Moon talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
Agrippa Moon talisman
Moon/Venus talisman
Moon/Venus talisman
Moon rise talisman
Fixed Star Talismans
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One of our most important traditional sources on the fixed stars in astrological magic was Hermes Trismegistus on the 15 fixed stars. This astrological text, which circulated in many manuscript versions in the Middle Ages and Renaissance, lists 15 important fixed stars, their sigil or character, the plants and gems ruled by the star and the effects created by its talisman. Cornelius Agrippa in his Three Books of Occult Philosophy also provides very useful Fixed Star Images for astrological talismans.
To make fixed star talismans Cornelius Agrippa advises the mage as follows,
"Now the manner of making these kinds of Rings, is this, viz. when any Star ascends fortunately, with the fortunate aspect, or conjunction of the Moon, we must take a stone, and Hearb that is under that Star, and make a Ring of the Metall that is suitable to this Star, and in it fasten the stone, putting the Hearb, or root under it; not omitting the inscriptions of images, names, and Characters, as also the proper suffumigations"
Three Books of Occult Philosophy, Book I, chapter 47.
Here are a number of examples of fixed star talismans, with actual horoscopes for their creation.
Talisman of the malefic fixed star Algol
Talisman of the Wing of Corvus for protection from spirits
Talisman of Sirius for honor & good will
Talisman of onyx & Kappa Bootes from
the Lapidary of King Alphonso
Talisman of Aldebaran for riches & honor
Talisman of Sirius
Talisman of Procyon for health
Talisman of Antares for Memory &
Protection from Evil Spirits
Talisman of the fixed star
Talisman of Spica for riches & peace
Talisman of Regulus for temperance & favor
Talisman of Regulus for temperance & favor
Talismans of the Mansions of the Moon
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Mars |
Our key source for information on the talismans of the Mansions of the Moon is Picatrix, an encyclopedic text of Arabic astrological magic. Here is a complete listing of the Picatrix Lunar Mansion talismans, with their images, incense, ritual, talismans and effects. I offer a Mansions of the Moon Mini-Course which teaches how to make traditional lunar mansions talismans. Below are examples of talismans of the Mansions of the Moon with actual horoscopes for their creation.
15th Mansion talisman for friendship
11th Mansion talisman for respect
6th Mansion talisman for love
13th Mansion talisman for love
17th Mansion anti-theft talisman
25th Mansion ecological talisman
3rd Mansion talisman for good things
5th Mansion talisman for favor from kings and divinatory dreams
16th Mansion talisman for prosperity
11th & 12th Mansion talismans for power & victory
26th Mansion love talisman
13th Mansion love & sex talisman
House Based Full Chart Talismans
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Saturn |
The key texts for these complex house based talismans are Picatrix and De Imaginibus "On Images" by the Harranian Sabian sage Thabit Ibn Qurra. These texts represent the height of astrological magic technique and can include such subtleties as tuning the talisman election to the natal chart of the user or person whom the mage seeks to effect, tuning the election to a horary chart asked about the mage's objective and dual talismans whose elections have been adjusted to each other. Here are examples of talismans with actual charts for their creation.
Picatrix Double Love Talismans
Picatrix Talisman for Destruction
Picatrix City Improvement Talisman
Picatrix Trade & Wealth Talisman
Picatrix Power & Dignity Talisman
Picatrix Kingly Favor Talisman
Picatrix Sympathetic Master Talisman
Picatrix Double Marriage Talismans
Picatrix Business Talisman
De Imaginibus Pest Control Talisman
Picatrix Prisoner Release Talisman
De Imaginibus Wealth Talisman
De Imaginibus Personalized Talisman
Learning More About Talismans
If you are interested in discussing and learning about Renaissance Astrology, particulary Astrological Magic, the construction of talismans and the magical use of Electional Astrology , you may wish to subscribe to Spiritus Mundi my e-group devoted to traditional (pre-1700) astrology or my Renaissance Astrology blog.
For those that desire to delve deeper into Astrology and magic I offer my Planetary Magic Mini-Course and Mansions of the Moon Mini-Course, which allow students to immediately start making talismans and elections and are a great introduction to my longer Electional Astrology Course, and Astrological Magic Course. Please Contact me with any questions.
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