This beautiful, delicately carved mother of pearl hand c. mid-late 1800s is what is known as a "mano cornuto" or horned hand amulet.
The mano cornuto has historically been worn as an amulet of protection against the evil eye, and more recently (in the last 50 years or so) has become popular in the music scene to mean "rock on." Students of the University of Texas, the Texas Longhorns, have also adopted it as their hand sign.
The setting is 9k gold.
Listing is for the pendant only. Chain is not included.
+++ Measurements +++
1 3/16” x 5/16”
+++ Condition +++
Lovely condition with minor age-related wear.
+++ Please read +++
This item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.
All items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.
Unless specified, items have not been cleaned.
I do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.