Ganesha Tusk 925 Silver & Brass Pendant
SKU: 2854
A golden cap meets a curved silver tusk. The cap — 14K gold-plated brass — carries a carved relief of Lord Ganesha surrounded by ornate floral patterns. Below it, the tusk curves downward in solid .925 sterling silver, engraved on every side with scrollwork and the words "Oriental vibrations." Two metals, two textures, one Ganesha tusk pendant that stretches over 60mm long.
Who This Is Actually For
If you connect with Hindu symbolism — Ganesha's broken tusk is the one he used to write the Mahabharata. It represents sacrifice for knowledge. This pendant carries that story as a wearable amulet — the tusk itself is the central piece, with Ganesha's image crowning the top.
If you like two-tone metal work — The gold-plated brass cap against the oxidized silver tusk creates a contrast you don't see often. The warm cap catches light differently from the cooler silver body. Most pendants are single-metal — this one isn't.
If you're building a pendant collection — At 11 grams and 60mm, it's big enough to notice on a chain but not so heavy it drags. The curved shape sits differently than flat medallions — it hangs with a natural forward lean.
What It's Like to Use (The Honest Take)
The cap has real depth to it. Ganesha's form is surrounded by flowers and scrollwork — all carved into brass that's been plated with 14K gold. The plating gives a warm, rich tone that holds up well, but it's plating. Avoid harsh chemical dips if you want to keep that color long-term.
Flip the tusk over and you'll find engravings on every surface. One side has flowing floral scrolls. The other reads "Oriental vibrations" — it's part of the design language, carved into the silver with the same depth as the decorative patterns. The oxidized finish darkens every groove so the detail pops without needing direct light.
The curved shape means it doesn't lay flat on your chest. It follows a natural arc — like an actual tusk would. That curve gives it a three-dimensional presence that medallion-style pendants can't match.
Heads up: The junction where the brass cap meets the silver tusk is the stress point. Don't bend or flex the pendant at that seam. The two metals are joined securely, but that's where force concentrates if you're rough with it.
The Specs — And What They Actually Mean
Questions You're Probably Asking
Q: What's the story behind Ganesha's broken tusk?
In Hindu mythology, Ganesha broke off his own tusk to use as a writing instrument for the Mahabharata — dictated by the sage Vyasa. The broken tusk represents the sacrifice of something physical for the pursuit of knowledge. That's why this pendant uses the tusk itself as the central form.
Q: Will the gold plating on the cap wear off over time?
The 14K gold plating on the brass cap is durable for normal wear. It can fade if exposed to harsh chemicals, chlorine, or abrasive polishing compounds. Clean with a soft dry cloth. Avoid chemical silver dips — they're safe for the tusk but can strip the gold layer from the cap.
Q: Does this pendant come with a chain or cord?
No — this is the pendant only. The bail at the top fits most standard chains up to about 4mm wide. A 20-24 inch silver chain or leather cord works well with the 60mm length.
Quick Specs & Real-World Performance
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