Silver Mano Fico Necklace, Italian Evil Eye Pendant Necklace - Everyday Strega Jewelry

In ancient Rome, an image of a hand in the fig sign (mano fico) was worn as an amulet to protect against the Evil Eye. It was affiliated with female genital reproductive powers, as the Italian word for the female vulva, fica, means fig.

Antiqued Silver Pewter Mano Fico Charms | Mano Figa | Evil Eye Warding Charm-Pendant comes on an 18-inch Silver Plated Necklace Chain.
Overall Pendant Size, approx. : 22mm x 16mm = ~7/8" tall x 5/8" wide
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The Mano Fico/Figa (fig hand) is an ancient obscene gesture; also used as a protective sign against the Evil Eye (Malocchio).