Hamsa. Jerusalem 19th century. Synagogue Ornament Replica

Wall Hamsa Hand – Brass
Dimensions: 13.5 x 14 cm

Replica from the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. 

This elegant wall Hamsa is based on an ornament from a 19th century Jerusalem synagogue:

• made from brass and portrays two birds on either side of a Star of David.

The hamsa is a traditional symbol used for protection and blessing in Jewish and Mediterranean cultures.

Produced by the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, the piece comes with a certificate of authenticity and a short historical explanation in English and Hebrew.

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem is among the world's most highly rated encyclopedic museums. It holds the biggest collection of ancient Israel and Bible Lands antiquities on the planet, and is home to groundbreaking archaeological discoveries such as the Dead Sea Scrolls. The museum creates replicas and adaptations of Jewish and Israeli artifacts from around the world; these rare pieces make wonderful gifts.