Impressive double sided Buddha is depicted in solid sterling silver with wonderful detailing on the front and the back. For those who practice the disciplines of the Buddhist lifestyle, you'll love this pendant. Buddha comes from the Sanskrit root budh, meaning to awaken. Anyone who has become enlightened or fully awakened to the true nature of things is considered a Buddha. The important function of a Buddha is to act as a teacher and to lead others. Buddha pendant measures 7/16" wide x 3/4" in length and comes on a 1mm rhodium plated sterling silver bead chain in your choice of 16" or 18".