18ct Gold & Onyx Figa Hand Pendant Charm drop earrings conch shell

conch shell

This charm would make a great vintage jewellery gift for a budding writer or vintage jewellery fan

Good antique condition - some signs of wear to the gold

possible Italian

Alabaster & Wilson was formed in 1887 and were renowned for their beautifully crafted pieces

18ct Gold & Onyx Figa Hand Pendant Charm drop earrings conch shellThis vintage figa charm is crafted with an onyx hand and an 18ct gold mount (not hallmarked but tests as 18ct). The rich black onyx ensures that this is a versatile pendant that would look great coupled with a gold chain. These gorgeous figa charms have retained their popularity since the Victorian period. 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