Star and crescent Islam Symbols Charm

Although the Star and crescent is generally associated with Islam, the religion actually does not have a symbol as such. The Star and crescent were actually a symbol of the Ottoman Empire, and its meaning was extended to the religion itself. However, some movements have taken the star and crescent on as an unofficial symbol of Islam and has been reinterpreted as such. The symbol itself can be traced back as early as in Sumerian iconography, but its meaning has changed as different cultures have adopted it.