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Figa
Vintage multi-figa brooch with multicolored mother of pearl
Figas, or
mano figas
, are symbolic of an ancient, obscene hand gesture that was meant to ward off the negative energy of the
evil eye
.
Figas are usually hand-carved gems that are then set as either charms or pendants.
All photos courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CMA (NAJA)
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