Vintage Japan Kamakura Daibutsu Great Buddha Sterling Silver Pendant Charm 5g

Vintage Japanese Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kamakura Daibutsu) sterling silver pendant featuring the famous Amitābha Buddha of Kōtoku-in Temple in Kamakura, Japan.

The front features a beautifully detailed raised portrait of the Kamakura Daibutsu, recognizable by his serene downcast expression, distinctive curled hair, elongated ears and urna at the forehead.

The reverse is equally interesting, with raised Japanese characters and decorative imagery relating to Kamakura. The inscription incorporates 鎌倉大佛 / 鎌倉大仏, meaning “Great Buddha of Kamakura.” The reverse is also marked SILVER.

This is a vintage Japanese pilgrimage pendant made for visitors to one of Japan’s most famous Buddhist landmarks. Its double-sided design and specific Kamakura identification make it considerably more collectible than a generic Buddha charm.

Details

Great Buddha of Kamakura / Kamakura Daibutsu pendant

Japanese origin

Kōtoku-in Temple / Kamakura subject

Amitābha Buddha

Marked SILVER

Weight: approximately 5 grams

Approximately 1 inch diameter

Double-sided raised relief design

Japanese inscription on reverse

Decorative bail

Vintage souvenir / pilgrimage jewelry

Pendant only; no chain included

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. Darkened recessed areas beautifully emphasize the raised details.

A wonderful piece for collectors of vintage Japanese jewelry, Buddhist jewelry, travel souvenirs, Kamakura memorabilia or Asian religious art.