Large Vintage 14K Yellow Gold & Green Jade Figa Fist Pendant Charm

Here is a wonderful vintage 14K yellow gold and genuine hand-carved green jade Figa Fist "Mano Fico pendant that is exceptionally crafted. The 14K gold is intricately detailed with rose flower designs. This large figa fist measures approximately 2 inches in length. It is pictured next to 3 US dimes for size comparison. Please note that the gold chain pictured in this listing is for display purposes only and is not included. The Figa Fist is also known as the "mano fico" in present-day Italy. It emerged as a symbol of the fig fruit, which in Roman culture, was associated with fertility and the female genitalia. It was used as a lucky charm & also as an obscene gesture - both which would ward off the evil eye & witchcraft. PRECIOUS METAL: 14K gold (electronically tested) GEMSTONES: Hand-carved green jade MEASUREMENTS: 49.6mm. long, approx. 2 inches WEIGHT: 9.2 grams CONDITION: Excellent, estate piece CIRCA: 1960s-1970s