Silver Gilt and Jade Figa Pendant

A richly coloured beautiful jade and silver gilt figa pendant

A figa symbol - in the shape of a hand with the thumb between index and middle fingers - dates back to nearly 8,000 years ago. It is considered in some cultures to be such an obscene gesture that it can act as a talisman that protects from evil.

Details

Size: 3 cm
Weight: 2.5g
Age: Mid-century

Materials

jade, silver gilt

Condition Notes

Good used condition in line with age-related wear, some scratches to silver gilt