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Cursed Objects You Must Never Touch

"Haunted, Hexed, and Deadly: The World's Most Dangerous Cursed Objects"

By Amr SolimanPublished 10 months ago 3 min read

Throughout history, certain objects have been undeniably linked to misfortune, tragedy, and death. These cursed items, whether due to supernatural forces or chilling coincidences, command attention and elicit fear globally. Here are some of the most notorious cursed objects you must never touch.

1. **The Hope Diamond**

The Hope Diamond stands as one of the most infamous cursed objects in history. This stunning blue gem is burdened by a dark past; it was allegedly stolen from a Hindu temple. Its owners have faced unimaginable misfortune, including financial ruin, imprisonment, and even violent deaths. Currently, it resides securely in the Smithsonian Institution.

2. **The Dybbuk Box**

This small wooden wine cabinet carries the haunting presence of a malevolent spirit from Jewish folklore known as a Dybbuk. Those who have owned or interacted with the box have reported severe nightmares, unexplained illnesses, and terrifying paranormal events. It gained notoriety after being sold on eBay, accompanied by chilling accounts.

3. **The Basano Vase**

The 15th-century Basano Vase was meant as a wedding gift but brought immediate death to the bride. Each subsequent owner has faced an untimely demise. To prevent further tragedy, the vase was concealed, only to be rediscovered in the 1980s, accompanied by a dire warning: "Beware… This vase brings death."

4. **Robert the Doll**

Robert the Doll, found in the Fort East Martello Museum in Florida, is one of the most infamous haunted dolls. Given to a young boy named Robert Eugene Otto in the early 1900s, the doll is said to move on its own, invite misfortune, and curse those who disrespect it. Visitors who dare to take photos without permission often find themselves facing bad luck.

5. **The Black Orlov Diamond**

The Black Orlov Diamond is another cursed gemstone, believed to have been stolen from a Hindu shrine. Those who have possessed it have endured tragic fates, including multiple suicides. Attempts to break the curse by cutting the diamond into smaller pieces have failed, leaving its ominous reputation intact.

6. **Annabelle the Doll**

Known from the "Conjuring" movie series, Annabelle is not just a harmless Raggedy Ann doll; it carries a sinister legacy. Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren assert that the doll is possessed by a malevolent entity responsible for physical attacks and horrific paranormal phenomena. It is currently locked away in the Warren Occult Museum for good reason.

7. **The Hands Resist Him Painting**

Created by artist Bill Stoneham, this unsettling painting is dubbed "the most haunted painting in the world." Featuring a boy standing beside a doll-like girl, the artwork is said to provoke strange occurrences, including figures mysteriously moving within the painting and intense feelings of dread from its owners. Its infamy skyrocketed after being sold on eBay with a disturbing backstory.

8. **The Myrtles Plantation Mirror**

The Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana is infamous for its paranormal activity, notably due to an antique mirror believed to trap the spirits of a murdered woman and her children. Visitors report chilling encounters with handprints appearing on the glass, and ghostly reflections that do not match those in the room.

9. **The Thomas Busby Chair**

Known as the "Chair of Death," this wooden chair is believed to be cursed by convicted murderer Thomas Busby, who was executed in 1702. It is said that anyone who dares to sit in this chair will meet a tragic and untimely end. To prevent further misfortune, the chair underwent confinement by being hung from the ceiling of a museum.

10. **The Woman from Limb Statue**

This ancient statue, dubbed the "Goddess of Death," was discovered in Cyprus and is rumored to bring death and misfortune to its owners. Multiple individuals who possessed it faced untimely deaths within a few years, solidifying the belief in its curse.

**Conclusion**

These objects command respect due to their eerie histories and the misfortunes that surround them. Cursed or not, it’s best to heed the warnings and admire these notorious items from a safe distance—never underestimate the power of superstition.

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About the Creator

Amr Soliman

With a lifelong passion for uncovering the mysteries of existence, I have dedicated my studies to psychology, parapsychology, and comparative religions. My journey has been driven by an insatiable curiosity to explore the unknown.

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  • Nova Drayke 10 months ago

    Wonderful piece. Good job 👏👏

  • Alex H Mittelman 10 months ago

    Cursed objects are scary’! Great work

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