This beautiful Tibetan conch shell pendant is set with sterling silver. The pendant is made in Nepal by a local artisan. It features 8 good luck symbols of Tibet and Nepal, also called the 8 auspicious symbols of Buddha. The qualities of the Buddha are traditionally represented by these 8 auspicious symbols. They were offered to the Shakyamuni Buddha at the time of his birth. The 8 auspicious symbols also commemorate the gifts offered by celestial beings to Shakyamuni Buddha after his attainment of enlightenment. A brief description of the eight auspicious symbols are summerized below: The Conch - The word of power The Umbrella- Protection against all evils The Fish -Spiritual freedom The Wheel- Teachings of religion The Vase -Contains spiritual jewels The Victory Banner - Victory over evil and the power of teachings The Lotus- Purity of heart The Endless Knot - Love and unity of all things. The size of the pendant is 14x54x61mm.