Carved Stone Buddha Pendant in 24K Gold with Fancy 23K Gold Chain

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Carved Stone Buddha Pendant in 24K Gold with Fancy 23K Gold Chain

About the Item

Offered is a particularly beautiful carved stone Buddha under glass, within a decorative high karat gold frame - suspended from a fancy link high karat gold chain. The research I have done tells me that this amulet or reliquary is based on a Sukhothai period Buddha. (which makes sense as the chain is a Thai Baht chain in 23K gold) I believe it to depict a walking Buddha based on the feet's position, in the Abhaya Mudra, or fear dispelling gesture. Measuring approximately 1 7/8 x just under 3/4 of an inch (47.2 x 17.5 mm) not including the gold loop and jump ring, the pendant has an elegantly decorated gold frame that tests around 24K gold. The shape hugs the contour of the carved stone Buddha inside. The stone is of a grey color with perhaps a little silvering remaining inside, along with a bit of debris and dust. The reverse of the pendant is also carved, though I am not certain what the symbols/lettering mean. (with the loop and jump ring the total drop length is just over 2 1/8 inches or 55 mm.) Overall, the pendant is in good vintage condition, with light wear to the surface of the glazing, and the above-mentioned dust/debris inside. The carving itself appears to also be in good condition. Under magnification it looks like the Buddha's nose is flattened or worn, but I don't know if that is damage or was intentional. Otherwise, the carving is quite crisp and pleasing. Testing at 23K and marked ".965" the approximately 22 inch long chain is composed of lovely textured interconnected links and closes with a "w" style gold clasp. In very good condition, the chain on its own weighs 7.61 grams which would be considered a Thai 1/2 baht chain. The pendant and chain together weigh 21.25 grams on my scale. I don't know if this is an older carving, or vintage based on an antique Buddha. I think it likely to be the latter - either way it's very beautiful and the high karat gold setting and chain elevates it still further. This is quite special and perfect for someone who practices Yoga or Buddhism.

Metal:
Gold
Weight:
21.25 g
Place of Origin:
Thailand
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1980s to 1990s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition to gold; a little dust/debris under the glass of the reliquary.
Seller Location:
Danvers, MA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3614221253382