Tibetan reliefs of the Eight Auspicious Symbols elegantly frame the pendant's focal point, the beautiful Tibetan Om symbol. The Auspicious Symbols include the Conch Shell, the Urn, the Parasol, the Endless Knot, the Flag, the Wheel, the Goldfish, and the Lotus.
- Detailed Om pendant
- Features the 8 Auspicious Symbols
- Made of sterling silver
- Measures 0.875 inches
- Sold as a pendant, chain sold separately
design: A lotus-shaped medallion in richly oxidized sterling silver, its ten petals each hand-detailed with one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols, opening at the center to a raised Tibetan Om.
size: Measures 0.875 inches.
material: Sterling silver
features: Oxidized antiqued finish for depth and contrast, lotus-petal silhouette, raised Tibetan Om centerpiece, all Eight Auspicious Symbols individually detailed, pendant only (chain sold separately)
care: Wipe clean with a soft polishing cloth and store in a dry pouch or box to slow natural tarnish over time.
disclaimer: As each pendant is cast and finished by hand, slight variations in oxidation and relief detail are natural and part of its character.
Meaning & Intention
At the center of this pendant sits the Tibetan Om, the seed syllable Tibetan Buddhists chant as the opening note of countless mantras, said to carry the vibration underlying all existence. Framing it, each petal of the lotus carries one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols, a set of sacred emblems that have traveled from ancient India into Tibetan iconography as a shorthand for a well-lived spiritual life.
Together the Conch Shell, Urn, Parasol, Endless Knot, Victory Banner, Dharma Wheel, Golden Fish, and Lotus read almost like a story: the shell's call to awaken, the urn's promise of abundance, the parasol's protection from harm, the knot's reminder that all things are interwoven, the banner's triumph over ignorance, the wheel's steady turning of teaching, the fish's freedom to move without fear, and the lotus's rise toward clarity from muddied beginnings.
Housed within a lotus itself, the whole design becomes a symbol wrapped in a symbol, the Om as the sound of awakening, the Auspicious Symbols as its unfolding blessings, and the lotus as the ground from which both rise.
Worn close to the chest, this pendant becomes a small daily companion for quiet reflection, a symbol to return to before a meditation session, during a difficult decision, or simply in a passing moment when you need to remember what steadies you.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to Tibetan Buddhist symbolism and looking for a meaningful, meditative piece of everyday jewelry
- Purpose: Meditation focus, daily reminder, spiritual jewelry, meaningful gift
- Suggested Mantra: Om
- Intention: Wisdom, Protection, Good Fortune, Awakening
- Chakra Connection: Crown
- Metal: Sterling Silver
Questions & Guidance
What does the Om symbol at the center represent?
Om is considered the primordial sound in Tibetan Buddhist tradition, often chanted as the opening syllable of mantra to focus and settle the mind.
What are the Eight Auspicious Symbols shown around the pendant?
They are the Conch Shell, Urn, Parasol, Endless Knot, Victory Banner, Dharma Wheel, Golden Fish, and Lotus, a traditional set of emblems representing blessings such as protection, wisdom, and awakening.
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No, this listing is for the pendant only; a chain can be added separately.
What gives the pendant its dark, antiqued look?
The sterling silver is oxidized so the recessed detailing of the Om and the Auspicious Symbols stands out in contrast against the raised metal.
How should I care for the sterling silver finish?
Simply wipe with a soft polishing cloth and store in a dry pouch when not worn to help preserve the oxidized detailing.
