Rose Quartz Higa. Mounted in Sterling silver

The Mano Fico, also called Figa, higa or Powerful Hand. Its form is that of a closed hand, showing the thumb between the index and middle fingers, indicating contempt and protection from impending evil. An amulet used to ward off the evil eye, it is also used against envy and jealousy and to protect against disease. In ancient times, mothers used to place the Higa (made from jet) beside new-borns. Originally from the Iberian peninsula, it eventually spread to different parts of the world under different names.

Rose Quartz Love and relaxation stone. It boosts love and affection. Its colour comes from the presence of titanium and manganese impurities. Usually it's found in massive quantities. Rose Quartz is the most relaxing mineral. It provides a great welfare and happiness. It's easy to get attached to this stone. It symbolizes feelings and sweetness. It helps expressing feelings and provides the carrier with self-confidence, strengthening personality. It is very helpful with emotional blockages, produced by bitterness and lack of confidence. The Egyptians regarded it as the Stone of Sacred Love. It is the ideal stone for strengthening love and healing emotional wounds and the pain of separations. When it is dark red it is also known as the Ruby of Transylvania.