With exquisite granule details, this sterling silver pendant is inspired by traditional Indian metalwork and has been oxidized for a beautiful antique aesthetic. Glowing labradorite stone gives the piece an understated sophistication, while a lotus motif imbues it with beautiful symbolism. Lotuses represent many things in many different spiritual practices and are most noted for the way they grow. Before blossoming in the sun, lotuses must sprout and grow in muddy, mucky waters. Thus, their journey is a metaphor, an example of how all of us grow through struggle and suffering.
- Oxidized Indian-style pendant
- Made of sterling silver with labradorite
- Pendant measures 1.125 inches across
- Sold as a pendant, the chain is sold separately
Handmade in India: some slight variation in the size or color of gemstones may be apparent, adding to the artistic character of each item.
design: A round sterling silver pendant with a lotus motif rendered in fine granulation and openwork petals, framing a faceted labradorite cabochon at its center, finished with an oxidized antique patina inspired by traditional Indian metalwork.
size: Pendant measures 1.125 inches across.
material: Sterling silver with a labradorite gemstone.
features: Hand-applied granule detailing, openwork lotus petal design, oxidized antique finish, faceted labradorite center stone, sturdy bail (chain sold separately)
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing and store away from moisture to preserve the oxidized silver finish.
disclaimer: Handmade in India, so slight variation in the size or color of the gemstone may be present, adding to each piece's individual character.
Meaning & Intention
The lotus is one of the most enduring symbols across Eastern spiritual traditions, and here it unfolds in petal after petal of hand-worked silver. What makes the lotus so meaningful is its journey: the flower begins its life rooted in murky, muddy water, yet rises through the darkness to open in perfect, unstained bloom under the sun. It has long stood as a symbol of purity emerging from difficulty, and of the quiet, steady growth that struggle can produce.
At the pendant's heart sits labradorite, a stone prized for its shifting play of light beneath a grey-green surface. Often associated with intuition, transformation, and inner strength, labradorite is said to reveal its deeper colors only when it catches the light just right, echoing the lotus's own story of hidden beauty brought forward through patience.
Together, the oxidized granulation and the labradorite center give this piece a grounded, worn-in quality, as if it carries its meaning in its very craftsmanship. It is a wearable reminder that beauty and clarity are often the result of what came before them, not in spite of the mud, but because of it.
Worn as a pendant, this piece settles naturally into daily life as a quiet touchstone, something to notice at the collarbone during a hard morning or a slow evening, a small nudge back toward perspective when things feel muddy. It suits anyone who wants their jewelry to mean something beyond adornment, a physical reminder of resilience and the personal blooming that follows difficult seasons.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to meaningful, symbolic jewelry with an artisanal, antique aesthetic
- Purpose: Everyday wear, meditation practice, meaningful gift-giving, personal reminder of growth through hardship
- Suggested Mantra: I rise through the mud
- Intention: Growth, Resilience, Clarity, Peace
- Gemstone: Labradorite
- Metal: Sterling Silver
Labradorite is known for its shifting play of color, flashes of blue and green that seem to surface only when the stone catches the light at just the right angle. It's often associated with intuition, transformation, and inner strength, making it a fitting companion to the lotus's own story of hidden depth revealed over time.
Questions & Guidance
How big is the pendant?
The pendant measures 1.125 inches across, making it a substantial yet wearable size for daily use.
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No, this listing is for the pendant alone. A chain can be purchased separately to complete the piece.
Why is the silver dark in some areas?
The pendant is intentionally oxidized to create an antique finish that highlights the fine granulation and lotus detailing, in keeping with traditional Indian metalwork.
Will my labradorite look exactly like the one pictured?
Because each piece is handmade in India, slight natural variation in the gemstone's size or color may occur, making your pendant uniquely yours.
Is this pendant handmade?
Yes, it is handmade in India using traditional metalworking techniques, including detailed granule work and hand-set gemstones.
