Hand of Fatima n. 26 – Berber, Tunisia
Early to mid 20th century. Silver gr. 33,5 (1.18 oz); Cm. 8,7 high x cm. 5,7 width (3.42” x 2.24") . The KHAMSA hand (Arabic) or HAMESH hand (Hebrew) is and old and still popular apotropaic amulet for magical protection from the envious or evil eye. An alternative Islamic name for this amulet...