Hamsa Amethyst Shepherd Hook Bookmark
 
This silver metal shepherd hook bookmark. The Hamsa is a palm-shaped amulet popular throughout the Middle East and commonly used in jewelry and wall hangings. Depicting the open right hand with amethyst crystal, an image recognized and used as a sign of protection in many times throughout history, the Hamsa is believed by middle easterners, to provide defense against the evil eye. The Hamsa holds recognition as a bearer of good fortune among Christians in the Middle East as well. 
 
Color - Antique Silver with amethyst crystal
 
Shepherd Hook portion of bookmark is approximately 3.25in.
Hamsa charm dangle is approximately 1in.