Black Obsidian Carved Laughing Buddha Pendant Amulet Budai Maitreya Lucky Charm

Description

View Black Obsidian Carved Laughing Buddha Pendant Amulet Budai Maitreya Lucky Charm with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. In Feng Shui traditions, carrying or displaying a Budai seated upon coins attracts financial prosperity and eliminates negative energy. Combining obsidian with the Budai emblem creates a classic protective talisman intended to ward off ill will while inviting success. THE DEEP-DIVE DESCRIPTION A. THE FACTS Subject: Seated Laughing Buddha (Budai) beaming joyfully, holding a mala/bead necklace in his left hand and resting atop traditional Chinese copper cash coins ( Cash/Tong Qian ). Material: Appears to be carved jet-black volcanic obsidian stone (or a high-density, polished molded black glass/resin compound). High surface luster with deep obsidian-like sheen. Hole Attachment: Pre-drilled small hole positioned top-center for cordage, leather strap, or bail wire. Finish: Glossy, smooth relief face; flat, polished back with a subtle curved contour. Measurements: Exact measurements unavailable from photographs. B. THE STORY The figure represented here is not the historical Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama), but Budai—a 10th-century Chinese Zen monk renowned for his eccentric, joyful demeanor and boundless generosity. Known widely across East Asia as the "Laughing Buddha" or the future Buddha Maitreya, Budai came to symbolize good fortune, abundance, and content happiness. In Feng Shui traditions, carrying or displaying a Budai seated upon coins attracts financial prosperity and eliminates negative energy. Obsidian, formed from rapidly cooling volcanic lava, has been prized by civilizations from Mesoamerica to East Asia for thousands of years as a stone of psychic protection, grounding, and truth. Combining obsidian with the Budai emblem creates a classic protective talisman intended to ward off ill will while inviting success. C. MODERN USES & DISPLAY IDEAS Wearable Amulet: Thread a simple black silk cord or dark leather thong through the top hole to wear as an eye-catching pendant necklace. Pocket Worry Stone: Keep it close in a jacket pocket or handbag as a tactile grounding piece throughout the workday. Desk & Office Accent: Rest it flat on a leather desk blotter or small wooden display stand to bring an uplifting energy to your workspace. Altar or Feng Shui Space: Place it in the wealth corner (South-East) of your room or meditation area. D. WHY THIS PIECE MATTERS What makes this piece particularly engaging is the depth and expressive detail in the carving—capturing the iconic, belly-laughing expression of Budai down to the individual coin motifs forming his base. Obsidian and dark stone carvings of this clarity retain a timeless elegance that transcends seasonal trends. Whether you are looking to complete a collection of Buddhist talismans or simply desire a striking, grounding charm for daily wear, this piece offers the classic aesthetic appeal you want without inflated studio pricing. Condition: Pre-owned. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Fashion Jewelry › Necklaces & Pendants. Brand: Unbranded.

Antique

No

Main Stone Creation

Natural

Occasion

Anniversary

Seller Warranty

No

Color

Black

Cut Grade

Good

Main Stone Color

Black

Materials sourced from

China

Secondary Stone

Obsidian

Main Stone

Obsidian

Vintage

Yes

Setting Style

Solitaire

Brand

Unbranded

Main Stone Treatment

Not Enhanced

Type

Pendant

Customized

No

Era

Undated

Pendant/Locket Type

Amulet

Style

Pendant, Charm

Theme

Luck

Number of Gemstones

1

Wholesale

Yes

Country of Origin

India