Tama Votive Offering Eye Greek Orthodox Embossed Metal Plaque — Traditional Plain Silver Ex-Voto (8.5x6 cm)

An Authentic, Minimalist Orthodox Votive Offering — Traditional Embossed Eye Design for Protection and Altar Supplication

Honor your sacred promises, express targeted prayers, or show deep gratitude with our traditional Tama Votive Offering Eye Metal Plaque. Measuring 8.5 x 6 cm in a classic horizontal alignment, this classic silver-tone ex-voto (τάμα) features a beautifully executed, high-relief embossed human eye. It is a time-honored ecclesiastical symbol traditionally used by the faithful to petition for protection, spiritual clarity, or as a prayer for divine guidance.

Classic Ecclesiastical Design & Clean Metallic Finish

• Embossed Eye Motif: Features a high-visibility, raised metal depiction of a single eye with detailed iris lines, set against a classic textured, stippled background that reflects the gentle light of church candles.
• Traditional Byzantine Scrollwork: The clean rectangular border is framed internally with elegant, stylized silver-tone corner flourishes, preserving an authentic monastic aesthetic.
• Pre-Drilled Hanging Hole: Kept in its purest traditional form without added ribbons or charms, the plaque features a small, clean pre-punched hole at the top center. This allows you to easily thread your own choice of ribbon, cord, or metal wire to hang it directly onto holy icons or vigil lamp chains.
• Lightweight & Durable Structure: Stamped from a high-quality, lightweight silver-colored metal alloy that maintains its clean luster without placing weight stress on icon frames or velvet church cloths.

The Time-Honored Custom of Tamata

In the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, a Tama is a deeply personal votive offering suspended directly from miraculous icons, altar railings, or hanging vigil lamps (kandilia). These sacred objects serve as physical extensions of an unceasing prayer rule—either offered as a humble plea during times of personal trial, or presented in joyful thanksgiving when a prayer is answered. This plain silver piece perfectly bridges ancient monastic humility with personal devotion.

Dimensions & Specifications:

• Width: 8.5 cm (3.34 inches)
• Height: 6 cm (2.3 inches)
• Material Base: 100% Premium Thin Silver-Tone Metal Alloy
• Mounting Feature: Pre-punched top hole (Ready for your own hanging ribbon or wire)
• Application: Votive offering for Orthodox icons, target prayer for protection and clarity, or addition to a home altar (eikonostasi)