LARGE 'HAND OF FATIMA' ("HAMSA") OLD BERBER (AMAZIG) AMULET PENDANT

LARGE 'HAND OF FATIMA' ("HAMSA") OLD BERBER (AMAZIG) AMULET PENDANT,
heavy sheet silver, pierced in foliate patterns, with zig-zag surface ornamentation;

the image valued since ancient times by Jewish, Muslim and tribal peoples of the region around Tunisia, for the power to protect those who wear it on the neck or wrist, carry it in pocket or purse, or hang the image on a wall

Circa : 1930's

Size : 3-1/4" from top of bale, x 1-7/8"
Weight : .555 troy ounce

Condition : fine without damage

# klr 24006 ............................................................................... $ 175.