Vintage Tiny 18ct Gold Coral Figa
The cutest and tiniest figa pendant I have ever seen. The pendant is made from carved natural coral and depicts a fist holding its thumb between the first and middle finger. This is known as a ‘mano figa’ and is said to protect against the evil eye and bad luck. It is also said to represent the goddess of fertility and virility. In some cultures it is associated with female strength and empowerment. Such a mighty meaning in a small thing!
The coral is capped with 18ct gold, which is marked with Italian marks on the bail. This charm would look amazing on a chain around the neck or is small enough to be worn on a bracelet too, though it should be worn with care as coral is a naturally porous material.
Details:
Materials - 18ct Gold (marked), Coral
Age - Late 20th Century
Size - The pendant measures approx 21.5mm long including the bail, by 5.3mm wide.
Condition - Very good. A hint of glue around the base of the setting, noted for accuracy only. Coral feels very secure.
Weight - 0.54g
The cutest and tiniest figa pendant I have ever seen. The pendant is made from carved natural coral and depicts a fist holding its thumb between the first and middle finger. This is known as a ‘mano figa’ and is said to protect against the evil eye and bad luck. It is also said to represent the goddess of fertility and virility. In some cultures it is associated with female strength and empowerment. Such a mighty meaning in a small thing!
The coral is capped with 18ct gold, which is marked with Italian marks on the bail. This charm would look amazing on a chain around the neck or is small enough to be worn on a bracelet too, though it should be worn with care as coral is a naturally porous material.
Details:
Materials - 18ct Gold (marked), Coral
Age - Late 20th Century
Size - The pendant measures approx 21.5mm long including the bail, by 5.3mm wide.
Condition - Very good. A hint of glue around the base of the setting, noted for accuracy only. Coral feels very secure.
Weight - 0.54g
The cutest and tiniest figa pendant I have ever seen. The pendant is made from carved natural coral and depicts a fist holding its thumb between the first and middle finger. This is known as a ‘mano figa’ and is said to protect against the evil eye and bad luck. It is also said to represent the goddess of fertility and virility. In some cultures it is associated with female strength and empowerment. Such a mighty meaning in a small thing!
The coral is capped with 18ct gold, which is marked with Italian marks on the bail. This charm would look amazing on a chain around the neck or is small enough to be worn on a bracelet too, though it should be worn with care as coral is a naturally porous material.
Details:
Materials - 18ct Gold (marked), Coral
Age - Late 20th Century
Size - The pendant measures approx 21.5mm long including the bail, by 5.3mm wide.
Condition - Very good. A hint of glue around the base of the setting, noted for accuracy only. Coral feels very secure.
Weight - 0.54g