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Funky Hamsa Pin from the Artazia Collection #571 JP MP

Posted in BY RELIGION, BY TYPE, Brooches & Pins, Jewish Jewelry, Muslim Jewelry with tags , , , , , , , , on May 5, 2008 by Admin

Funky Hamsa Pin from the Artazia Collection #571 JP MP
Hamsa hand pin. The hamsa hand (Arabic) or hamesh hand (Hebrew) is an old and still popular apotropaic amulet for magical protection from the envious or evil eye. The words hamsa and hamesh mean “five” and refer to the digits on the hand. An alternative Islamic name for this charm is the Hand of Fatima, in reference to the daughter of Mohammed. An alternative Jewish name for it is the Hand of Miriam, in reference to the sister of Moses and Aaron.

Each piece is truly like a miniature artwork, the intricate design is hand painted and set within a very light stainless steel frame. Austrian crystals, beads and a variety of other materials are delicately assembled and set in artists resin resulting in a beautifully finished and durable piece. Truly a work of art, the pin is exceptionally well made and is produced in limited editions.

Stainless Steel Star of David Pendant

Posted in BY RELIGION, BY TYPE, Jewish Jewelry, Necklaces & Pendants with tags , , , , , on April 20, 2008 by Admin

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This stainless steel Star of David pendant gathers its inspiration from religion and architecture. The robust design is made up of two triangles, in matte and polished steel with rivet details. A black cotton adjustable cord accentuates the beauty of the metal. From Love and Pride, the first designer jewelry collection for people who believe in Diversity, Equality and Tolerance. See details

Large, Elegant Hamsa Necklace to Protect from the Evil Eye

Posted in BY RELIGION, BY TYPE, Jewish Jewelry, Muslim Jewelry, Necklaces & Pendants with tags , , , , , , , , on April 13, 2008 by Admin

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Another Hamsa hand. The hamsa hand (Arabic) or hamesh hand (Hebrew) is an old and still popular apotropaic amulet for magical protection from the envious or evil eye. The words hamsa and hamesh mean “five” and refer to the digits on the hand. An alternative Islamic name for this charm is the Hand of Fatima, in reference to the daughter of Mohammed. An alternative Jewish name for it is the Hand of Miriam, in reference to the sister of Moses and Aaron.

Like wearing a miniature artwork, each piece is truly unique with the intricate design hand painted and set within a very light stainless steel frame. Austrian crystals, beads and a variety of other materials are delicately assembled and set in artists resin resulting in a beautifully finished and durable piece. Truly a work of art, the necklace is exceptionally well made and is produced in limited editions. See details

Sterling Silver Islamic Hamsa Hand of Fatima Charm Pendant

Posted in BY RELIGION, BY TYPE, Charms, Jewish Jewelry, Muslim Jewelry, Necklaces & Pendants with tags , , , , , , , , , on April 10, 2008 by Admin

religiousjewelry.wordpress.com - Sterling Silver Islamic Hamsa Hand of Fatima Charm Pendant
The hamsa hand (Arabic) or hamesh hand (Hebrew) is an old and still popular apotropaic amulet for magical protection from the envious or evil eye. The words hamsa and hamesh mean “five” and refer to the digits on the hand. An alternative Islamic name for this charm is the Hand of Fatima, in reference to the daughter of Mohammed. An alternative Jewish name for it is the Hand of Miriam, in reference to the sister of Moses and Aaron.

The hamsa hand appears both in a two-thumbed, bilaterally symmetrical form, as shown, and in a more natural form in which there is only one thumb. There is good archaeological evidence to suggest that the downward-pointing protective hamesh / hamsa hand predates both Judaism and Islam and that it refers to an ancient Middle Eastern goddess whose hand wards off the evil eye.

Bronze/Silver Widow’s Mite Hamsa Pendant

Posted in BY RELIGION, BY TYPE, Jewish Jewelry, Necklaces & Pendants with tags , , , , , , , , on April 7, 2008 by Admin

religiousjewelry.wordpress.com - Bronze/Silver Widow's Mite Hamsa Pendant
The hamsa represents the hand of God and features many of the symbols of good luck that are associated with the hamsa design. This bronze widow’s mite coin is set into a silver hamsa pendant. It measures 1-7/16″L x 1-3/16″W with a 5×3mm bail. Packaged in velveteen pouch with a certificate of authenticity, the certificate includes the quote from the new testament about the two mites given by the widow to charity. History: The bronze pruta coin of the Maccabean dynasty, minted in Jerusalem and known as the widow’s mite coin. Used during the life of Jesus. See details