Vintage Lapis Lazuli Guanyin Pendant 14K Gold For Sale

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Oriental Pendant. The figure depicted in the jewelry carving is actually female, not a man. This is a traditional Chinese hand-carved Lapis Lazuli Pendant depicting Guanyin, the highly revered East Asian Goddess of Compassion Mercy and Protection.The name literally translates to "The One Who Perceives the Sounds (or Cries) of the World," signifying her role as a maternal figure who hears human suffering and rushes to comfort those in need.She is traditionally shown draped in long, flowing robes (Hanfu) with hair styled in a high topknot, surrounded by celestial flora and branches. This carving dates back to the 19th century while the custom gold wire cage is of the 1970's era and done as a backing to protect the stone carving and converts it into a wearable amulet, and the framework stamped solid 14K yellow gold.Look closely at the items flanking the figure in the carving. Guanyin is depicted in one of her most classic and beloved forms—holding a willow branch resilience, flexibility, and healing. The willow is famous for bending gracefully in severe storms without ever breaking, serving as a reminder to adapt to life's challenges with inner strengthand a sacred water vaseThe vessel she holds contains the "nectar of life and wisdom". Culturally, Guanyin uses the flexible willow branch to dip into this vase and gently sprinkle the soothing water over the world to extinguish suffering, ease illness, and bring peace. Wearable talisman worn close to the chest was intended to wrap the wearer in an aura of divine safety, shield them from negative energy, and act as a constant, comforting reminder to practice loving-kindness in daily life.While this is only a small history of this carving each lapis oriental amulet has a story and a purpose. It just needs to be told