The hamsa (hand) shape has been used since ancient times for luck, protection, or decoration. No guarantees about the first two, but everyone will agree that you have a thing of beauty! This gorgeous large sterling silver bookmark will definitely attract attention and positive comment.
Originally part of a synagogue lamp, the hand shape of the brass hamsa that this silver bookmark is based on is in the form of two birds on either side of a Star of David, with the Hebrew letter Heh (symbolizing the Divine Name) in the center. The stylized bird is a familiar decorative motif on Jewish ceremonial art from North Africa.
This item comes with a certificate of authenticity of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Enclosed is a small description of its historical background in English and Hebrew.
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https://www.judaicawebstore.com/-wall-hamsa-jerusalem-19th-century-adaptation-sterling-silver-bookmark-p510787986 Wall Hamsa - Jerusalem 19th century. Adaptation. Sterling Silver Bookmarkhttps://www.judaicawebstore.com/media/catalog/product/W/a/Wall-Hamsa-Jerusalem-19th-century-Adaptation-Sterling-Silver-Bookmark_large.jpg49.9549.95USDOutOfStock/Jewish Gifts from Israel/The Israel Museum/Israel Museum Replicas/Jewish Gifts from Israel/Souvenirs from Israel/Bookmarks37054098 <P><BR><STRONG>925 Sterling silver<BR></STRONG><BR>Length: <STRONG>6" / 15 cm </STRONG></P>
<P>Weight: <STRONG>10 gr</STRONG></P>
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<P>The hamsa (hand) shape has been used since ancient times for luck, protection, or decoration. No guarantees about the first two, but everyone will agree that you have a thing of beauty! This gorgeous large sterling silver bookmark will definitely attract attention and positive comment.</P>
<P>Originally part of a synagogue lamp, the hand shape of the brass hamsa that this silver bookmark is based on is in the form of two birds on either side of a Star of David, with the Hebrew letter <EM>Heh</EM> (symbolizing the Divine Name) in the center. The stylized bird is a familiar decorative motif on Jewish ceremonial art from North Africa.</P>
<P>This item comes with a certificate of authenticity of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Enclosed is a small description of its historical background in English and Hebrew.</P>
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