The lotus is called “The Padma” in both Sanskrit and Tibetan. Rooted in muck, the flower rises through the water to emerge in the sun, progress that mirror’s the journey of the soul. It is said that our hearts are like the closed petals of a lotus – and that by adopting virtues such as compassion and patience, we enable the lotus to blossom into its full beauty.
- Artistic Lotus Pendant
- Made of sterling silver, mother-of-pearl
- Reconstituted Coral inlay
- The pendant is 1.25 inches in diameter
- Sold as a pendant. The chain is sold separately
- Handmade in Nepal
This item is handmade. Variations are the results of the hand-making process and ensure that each piece is one-of-a-kind. Minor imperfections in the inlay work may be present which is a true characteristic of this handmade craft.
design: A round sterling silver pendant framed by a delicately scalloped edge, showing a mother-of-pearl lotus in full bloom set against a vivid reconstituted coral ground.
size: Pendant measures 1.25 inches in diameter; chain sold separately.
material: Sterling silver with hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl petals and reconstituted coral background.
features: Hand-cut mother-of-pearl lotus inlay, reconstituted coral backdrop, scalloped silver bezel edge, sturdy silver bail, handmade in Nepal
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and store away from moisture, perfume, and harsh chemicals to keep the silver and inlay looking their best.
disclaimer: This piece is handmade, so slight variations in the inlay work are natural and make each pendant one-of-a-kind.
Meaning & Intention
Known as "the Padma" in both Sanskrit and Tibetan, the lotus takes root in muddy water and pushes upward through the murk to open, unblemished, in the sun. That ascent has long stood in for the soul's own journey — the idea that clarity and beauty aren't found by avoiding difficulty, but by growing through it. Here, the flower is rendered in mother-of-pearl, its cool, luminous petals fanned open in full bloom against a field of deep coral red.
In Buddhist thought, the heart is said to resemble a lotus bud, its petals held closed until qualities like patience and compassion coax it into blossom. Wearing the flower fully open, rather than still closed, is a quiet nod to that unfolding already underway — a reminder that growth is less a single moment than a continuous, petal-by-petal opening. It's part of why this design pairs naturally with any season of change: new beginnings, hard-won progress, or simply the ongoing work of becoming.
The coral ground adds its own layer of meaning. Long used across Himalayan and Tibetan jewelry traditions, coral is associated with vitality and protection — a grounding, life-affirming counterpoint to the lotus's cool, reflective petals. Together, the two materials echo the same duality the lotus itself embodies: rootedness below, radiance above.
Worn close to the heart, this pendant can serve as a small, recurring checkpoint through the day — a moment to notice where you are in your own process of opening, rather than rushing past it. It suits anyone who returns, again and again, to the practice of growing through rather than around what's difficult.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone moving through a season of personal growth or transformation, or seeking a meaningful gift to mark one
- Purpose: Meditation focus, spiritual reminder, everyday jewelry, gift for new beginnings or milestones
- Suggested Mantra: Rooted in mud, I rise
- Intention: Growth, Transformation, Renewal, Resilience
- Chakra Connection: Crown Chakra
- Gemstone: Mother of Pearl, Reconstituted Coral
- Metal: Sterling Silver
Mother-of-pearl has long been linked to intuition, purity, and calm — its soft luster often associated with the moon and with feminine, receptive energy. Coral, meanwhile, carries a history as a protective and vitalizing stone across Himalayan cultures, believed to ground the wearer and guard against negativity. Set together, the two form a quiet balance between reflection and vitality, stillness and life force.
Questions & Guidance
Is the chain included with this pendant?
No, this listing is for the pendant only; the chain is sold separately so you can choose the length and style you prefer.
What is the pendant made of?
It's crafted from sterling silver, with a lotus design hand-inlaid in mother-of-pearl over a reconstituted coral background.
How big is the pendant?
It measures 1.25 inches in diameter.
Where is it made?
Each pendant is handmade in Nepal, so small variations in the inlay work are normal and part of its handcrafted character.
Why is the lotus a meaningful symbol?
The lotus rises through muddy water to bloom unblemished in the sun, making it a longstanding symbol of spiritual growth and transformation through difficulty.
