The Amber Bead of Ennis

This paper explores the ritual beliefs surrounding the intriguing amber bead of Ennis, a small artifact from early medieval Ireland inscribed with Ogham script, currently held in the British Museum. It focuses on the amulet’s historical, cultural, and magical significance, particularly as a protective charm for pregnancy and childbirth. Proposing an in-depth analysis of the feda engraved on the bead as well as of the magical structure and purpose of the charm, the research is laid out in an accessible yet actionable way to allow you to easily understand, and perhaps reproduce, this talisman to employ it for your own needs.