Vintage 'Three Wise Monkeys' silver pendant

A sterling silver pendant depicting the ‘three wise monkeys’ motif, shown seated side by side in high relief.

Each figure is rendered in a compact, sculptural form: one covering the eyes, one the ears, and one the mouth. The ‘three wise monkeys’ motif is most closely associated with Japanese visual culture, where it became a widely recognised representation of the maxim ‘see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’. The design is widely used today as a symbolic and recognisable form, often associated with ideas of restraint, awareness, and ethical conduct.

The pendant is stamped ‘FOREIGN’ and ‘925’ on the hanging loop, indicating it was made outside the country of sale and imported, a practice common in mid-20th century silver jewellery. An additional ‘AD’ mark appears to be a maker’s or workshop stamp.

Weight: 2.7g

Measurements: 0.7" (including hanging loop), 0.5" wide

This is a vintage item with some signs of wear but in excellent condition. Please refer to photos as these form part of the description.