9k Gold Carnelian Figa Hand

This 9k Yellow Gold vintage Carnelian Figa pendant has a long history mainly in the Italian culture. The specific symbolism that gave rise to the charm that we refer to as a Mano Figa originates in Etruscan Italy. Mano means hand and Figa means fig, a slang term for female genitalia. The gesture is undeniably a reference to heterosexual sex. In ancient times it was worn as an incantation to The Goddess, a call for fertility, virility and good times. They were traditionally made of silver or blood coral, sacred elements for Luna, the goddess of the moon and Venus, the goddess of the sea, respectively.

Measurements: 15 x 50 mm (including bail)

Feel free to choose whatever chain you feel would be best for it from our selection. If you don’t find the pattern in the particular length you’re looking for, drop us a message and we’re happy to source you one to be shipped together with your pendant.