The evil eye originated from the ancient belief that the eyes are conduits for energy, both positive and negative. Even a passing glance, if directed with enough malice or envy, can zap the recipient with a beam of bad juju or bad luck.
This medium sized earring is the perfect protection piece and has one single lapis teardrop attached. From antiquity, lapis lazuli has been worn in the belief that it will ward off evil. In ancient Egypt, Lapis was powdered and worn about the eyes to improve eyesight. Today, it is considered by some to be an aid to balancing the brow chakra (which influences vision and hearing).