Quick Specs
- Size: 1 1/8 inches (approximate)
- Design: Triple Moon with central Pentagram
- Style: Amulet pendant
- Best for: Wiccan ritual wear, goddess devotion, Pagan altar use
The Triple Moon: Maiden, Mother, and Crone in a Single Symbol
The Triple Moon symbol is one of the most recognizable markers of contemporary Wicca and broader Neo-Pagan practice. It depicts three lunar phases side by side: the waxing crescent on the left, the full moon at center, and the waning crescent on the right. These three phases correspond to the Triple Goddess in her three aspects: the Maiden, representing new beginnings and fresh potential; the Mother, representing fertility, fullness, and creative power at its height; and the Crone, representing wisdom, completion, and the deep knowing that comes with age. Together, the three aspects map the complete arc of feminine experience and the eternal cycle of birth, life, and death.
The symbol gained its modern Wiccan form largely through Gerald Gardner and the work of poet Robert Graves, whose 1948 book The White Goddess popularized the Maiden-Mother-Crone triplicity and its connection to lunar phases. High Priestesses in many Wiccan traditions wear the Triple Moon as a mark of their dedication to the Goddess, and it appears on altar cloths, ritual robes, and jewelry across a wide range of Pagan paths. Pairing it with the pentagram, as this amulet does, adds the elemental framework to the lunar symbolism.
The Pentagram as Elemental Amulet
The pentagram, a five-pointed star drawn in a single continuous line, maps the five elements at its points: earth at the lower left, air at the upper left, fire at the lower right, water at the upper right, and spirit at the apex. In Wiccan and ceremonial magic traditions, the pentagram is both a symbol of protection and a map of the practitioner’s relationship to the natural world. Inscribing it within a circle to form a pentacle adds the symbolism of wholeness and containment. On this amulet, the pentagram sits at the center of the full moon disc, placing the elemental framework precisely within the Goddess’s most powerful phase.
At 1 1/8 inches, the amulet is a compact devotional piece suited for everyday pendant wear or altar placement. Browse my pentacle and pentagram amulets for additional designs in this tradition, ranging from simple cast pieces to more elaborate sterling options.
How to Use the Triple Moon Pentagram Amulet
How to set up and use this amulet for ritual wear and devotional practice.
- Choose Your Wear Style
The amulet arrives without a chain, so select a cord, chain, or bail that suits your practice. Black waxed cord is a popular pairing for ritual wear, while a fine silver chain keeps the piece wearable day-to-day beneath or alongside other jewelry.
- Consecrate Before First Use
Pass the amulet through incense smoke or leave it on a windowsill under a full moon overnight. Focus on the symbolism: the three lunar phases for the Goddess's three aspects, the pentagram for earth, air, fire, water, and spirit in balance.
- Wear or Place on Your Altar
Wear the piece during ritual, sabbat observance, or devotional practice. Between uses, place it on an altar cloth or in a small pouch to protect the finish. The 1 1/8 inch size keeps it compact for pendant use without losing visual impact.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I carry this amulet because it combines the two most foundational symbols in Wiccan devotion without overcomplicating either of them. The Triple Moon and pentagram each carry centuries of layered meaning, and placing them together in a compact 1 1/8 inch piece gives practitioners something genuinely useful for ritual wear or altar placement. The size is intentional: small enough to wear without dominating an outfit, large enough to hold symbolic weight. For altar tools and complementary ritual supplies to pair with this piece, explore my altar supplies collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Triple Moon shows a waxing crescent, full moon, and waning crescent side by side. In Wiccan tradition, these three phases correspond to the Maiden, Mother, and Crone, representing the three aspects of the Goddess and the cycles of life.
The pentagram's five points represent earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. In Wiccan and broader pagan practice, the symbol is used for protection and balance, with each element in check. It is not a symbol of inversion when displayed point-up.
The product data does not specify the material beyond noting it is an amulet approximately 1 1/8 inches in size. Based on typical pieces in this line, it is likely a base metal casting. Verify with the product listing for material confirmation.
Yes. The Triple Moon and pentagram are symbols of the divine feminine and elemental balance. Many people outside formal Wiccan practice wear them to honor lunar cycles, connect with goddess traditions, or simply appreciate the symbolism involved.
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