Sammy Davis Jr.'s Mezuzah

Origin
Sammy Davis Jr. was an African American entertainer. He began his career at age three starring in Vaudeville productions with his father. Davis' career brought him to Broadway, Hollywood cinema, and his own television show.

However, he also faced incredible adversity all of his life. During his career, black entertainers were openly discriminated in Hollywood. He also faced opposition from the African American community for his support of Richard Nixon. He also faced backlash for his conversion to Judaism. He was given a mezuzah by Eddie Cantor, which he wore around his neck instead of on his doorframe. The one night he forgot to wear it was the night of his accident on November 19, 1954. During the accident he lost an eye.

Effects
When the mezuzah is worn, the user will be protected from car accidents. However, when it is taken off the bad luck that it has delayed will hit in full force.

Collection
Collected by Artie Nielson from the Davis estate while it was under scrutiny by the IRS.