Necklace made from various semi-precious stones with silver lotus pendant

Long necklace with small faceted beads of tourmaline, pyrite and coral with a diameter of approx. 3 mm. A silver pendant in the shape of a lotus flower is attached to it. The necklace has a circumference of approx. 76 cm and is handmade in Atelier Tibet in Zurich.

Tourmaline is a versatile gemstone that occurs in almost all colors and is appreciated 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.

Corals have a deep spiritual and cultural significance in traditional Tibetan jewelry. The red precious coral (Corallium rubrum) is particularly prized. As Tibet is a landlocked highland, coral has been imported from the Mediterranean and the South East Asian region via centuries-old trade routes. Nowadays, precious coral is strictly protected, which is why modern Tibetan jewelry such as this is made with old, recycled coral.