| A society that has grown weary of God and politics has few talismans against disaster. |
| While on his quest for the 12 talismans, Jackie discovers that each one has unique mystical powers, which are bestowed upon its holder. |
| The unusual shape of the stone is in part the result of early visitors chipping pieces off to use as talismans or for curative purposes. |
| These coins were handed out as talismans by the monarch at a special ceremony to sufferers of the skin disease, scrofula. |
| Lucky charms, amulets, and talismans have been found in virtually all civilizations throughout recorded history. |
| And there was to end of talismans, charms and spells that could be purchased from the local wise woman or apothecary. |
