Essaouira Hamsa Pendant with Rose with Eight Petals 8

Essaouira Hamsa with Rose with Eight Petals 8 This particular style of Hamsa is from the town Essaouira. The Hamsa body appears to be cast 800 Silver (80% silver content) which was then hand finished and stamped with "Floral" pattern. In the center of the Hamsa resides a Rose with Eight Petals. The love of Floral Motif and wild vines and blossoms in Hamsa Art are believed to be a reference to the Garden of Paradise. The Rose with Eight Petals is an Arabic symbol of Love. Size Approx. 2 3/4" x 1 5/8" Materials: Cast and Pattern Stamped 800 Silver (80% silver content). Origin is Morocco circa 1950