Tourmaline necklace with gold-plated lotus pendant

Long necklace made of faceted tourmaline beads with a diameter of approx. 4 mm, which sparkle in various shades of pink, green and yellow in the light. A pendant made of gold-plated silver in the shape of a large stylized lotus blossom. Circumference 72 cm. Handmade in the Tibet studio in Zurich.

Tourmaline is a versatile gemstone that occurs in almost all colors and is prized for its extraordinary variety of colors. It belongs to the group of ring silicates and has a complex chemical composition that gives it its characteristic physical properties. It is said to act as a protective stone, dissipating negative energies and promoting well-being.

The lotus flower is a central symbol in Buddhism and stands for purity, enlightenment and spiritual awakening. Although it grows in muddy water, it remains untainted and thus symbolizes the overcoming of suffering and ignorance. The lotus flower represents the path to enlightenment, maintaining purity and clarity despite worldly challenges.