Tides of Tethys | Talismanic Jewelry Studio of Genie Raftopoulos

AN ATELIER OF

Astrological Talismans

& DEVOTIONAL FINE JEWELS FOR

Star lovers

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Welcome to Tides of Tethys

Tides of Tethys is the astrological talisman jewelry studio of Genie Raftopoulos, founded in 2014. I am an artist, gold and silversmith, talisman maker, and astrologer, creating astrological talismans as well as bespoke fine jewelry, including engagement rings and wedding bands.

My gold and silversmithing practice is grounded in the tradition of smithcraft, where the working of metal has long been understood as a magical art. Everything is made by hand, using ancient and slow-making techniques such as wax sculpting, lost-wax casting, and sand casting.

Talismans are crafted and inspirited during rare astrological elections. The materia, herbs, gemstones, sigils, and form of each piece are deliberately chosen to be sympathetic with the star or planet. Each working unfolds over months of focused making.

For pre-release talismans and collections, monthly Art & Magic Club meet-ups, and my writings on magic and talismans, subscribe to my Patreon, or join the newsletter to be notified of each upcoming release.

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recent release

Venus Devotional Collection

The Tides of Tethys, Venus Devotional Collection is an ongoing collection of one-of-a-kind and limited-edition rings first conceived in 2026, during Venus’s transit through her watery exaltation of Pisces. These devotional jewels are perfect for astromages wanting to perform their own consecrations at an elected time.

Many hours and days of focus have been poured into the making to create power objects that may be worn during your own petitions and astrological workings with Her.

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Son of Jupiter, Joy of Jupiter: Jupiter in Cancer Talismans

Dec 10, 2025

When I first began considering these talismans, I assumed they were about building wealth. Jupiter is traditionally associated with prosperity, and in these times I feel that for many people, being more financially resourced is something wished for. I’d been looking at the citrine gemstones featured in this collection, thinking about how they are symbolic of wealth. But very quickly I was redirected. The spirits made it clear that this was not about “wealth-building.” The instruction was move toward Joy. Joy is the resonant current here.

Son of Jupiter, Joy of Jupiter: Jupiter in Cancer Talismans

Regulus: The Heart of the Lion Talismans

Oct 23, 2025

Regulus, the alpha star at the heart of the Leo constellation, is also known as Cor Leonis, Latin for “Heart of the Lion.” It is said that those born under this star possesses the qualities of a leader, blending the might of Jupiter with the courage of Mars. As one of the four Royal Stars, Regulus is said to bestow courage, resilience, and a natural authority capable of overcoming adversity with a noble, independent spirit. As Hermes describes in Liber Hermetis Quadripartitis, a lion carved on garnet brings abundance, honor, joy to the heart, and triumph over sadness. According to the Bodleian Manuscript, Regulus talismans dispel anger, relieve melancholy, temper the spirit, and attract favor.