Vintage/Antique Sterling Silver Tibetan Fish Pendant with Turquoise Eye - Amulet

Tested as sterling silver or higher. Good condition with signs of wear due to age. Stones can have natural cracks and flaws. 3-1/8”h x 1-1/2”w. Weighs 26g. This Tibetan pendant features a finely engraved fish design, symbolizing abundance, fertility, and spiritual liberation in Himalayan Buddhist tradition—often linked to the “Eight Auspicious Symbols” for good fortune and harmony. The fish is highlighted by a turquoise eye, showcasing its vibrant blue-green hue with natural black matrix, representing the sky, prosperity, and protection against negativity, a revered element in Tibetan jewelry. On the back, a winged figure—likely a garuda or khyung, a mythical eagle-like guardian in Tibetan lore—dominates the repoussé design, symbolizing dominion over evil spirits and celestial protection. Handcrafted, possibly from a mid-19th to early 20th-century Himalayan workshop, this piece serves as both a striking necklace focal point and a potent amulet, ideal for collectors or cultural enthusiasts.