This collection of medallions came from a charm bracelet that dates from the 1950's. Charms are so personal, to commemorate and celebrate her travels to Asia,she collected these charms. They are significant in size and can be worn as a pendant. They are sold a la carte so choose the one you cannot live without.
In Indian culture, elephants are a symbol of mental strength, earthiness and responsibility. Hindus have worshiped elephants for centuries, and the large animals enjoy tremendous popularity and a charismatic status in other parts of South Asia. In Hinduism, the elephant is a sacred animal and is considered the representation or the living incarnation of Ganesh, the elephant-headed deity riding a mouse and one of the most important gods. Dimensions: 27.4 x 20.2 x 4.7 mm including bail Metal: 14k yellow gold Markings: none Weight: 3.6 grams Circa: 1950's Condition Rating: 8 (some light surface wear)
We are not sure which Hindi Goddess this medallion represents but it is beautifully casted and three dimensional. Dimensions: 27 x 20.2 x 2.7 mm including bail Metal: 14k yellow gold Markings: none Weight: 3.5 grams Circa: 1950's Condition Rating: 8 (some light surface wear)
This Buddhist Thai Temple is in solid 14k gold. It is a sacred symbol to wear. Dimensions: 28.3 x 20.5 x 3.2 mm including bail Metal: 14k yellow gold Markings: none Weight: 3.3 grams Circa: 1950's Condition Rating: 8 (some light surface wear)
