Silver tone Hamsa pendant aka Hand of Fatima or Hand of Miriam
Decorated with stars and moon designs on both sides, 55mm long with bail
A nicely made pendant, background is antiqued to make the designs stand out
Although this basic human symbol for warding off the evil eye may predate both Judaism and Islam it has close associations with both.
These amulets originated with Judaism, the Hebrew work "hamesh" relates to the five fingers, or possible the 5 books of the Torah. It is also sometimes called Hand of Miriam, after Moses' sister.
In Islam it's called the Hand of Fatima in honor of one of Mohammed's daughters, and the five fingers are said to recall the 5 Pillars of Islam
Versions of it can be found in Hinduism, Christianity and Buddhism as well.
Amulets ward off evil or other forms of negativity, while talismans attract beneficial energy and power. The Hamsa is credited with performing both functions: repelling evil and attracting good fortune and happiness wherever it is worn or displayed.
The bail is openable so it can be attached to existing necklaces
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