• Size: 7 Adjustable(m: 8mm, w: 6mm)
  
• Ring Weight: 2.7gram(men) 2.3(women)
• Material: 925 Sterling Silver
• Wukong Charm: Courage and Protection
• Handmade Carved（vintage distressed polishing technique）

Sun Wukong (the Monkey King) is a powerful and symbolic figure from Chinese mythology. 

The story of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, is one of the most famous tales in Chinese mythology. His story is most prominently featured in the classic Chinese novel, Journey to the West (西游记), written in the 16th century by Wu Cheng'en. Sun Wukong is known for his rebellious nature, incredible powers, and mischievous personality. 

Birth of Sun Wukong

Sun Wukong was born from a magical stone on the Mountain of Flowers and Fruit. The stone absorbed the powers of Heaven and Earth, and one day it split open, revealing a monkey. From the moment of his birth, Sun Wukong was no ordinary creature—he was clever, curious, and ambitious. He soon became the king of the monkeys after demonstrating his strength and leadership.

Quest for Immortality

Despite his powerful position, Sun Wukong feared death. Determined to become immortal, he sought out great Taoist masters to learn the secrets of eternal life. After many trials, he found a wise sage who taught him powerful abilities, including 72 transformations, the ability to transform into animals and objects, as well as the ability to fly by summoning clouds. He also mastered combat and the art of self-defense, becoming one of the most formidable warriors.

The Magic Staff

On one of his adventures, Sun Wukong visited the Dragon King’s underwater palace and demanded a powerful weapon. There, he found the Ruyi Jingu Bang, a magical staff that could shrink and grow at will. The staff was originally used to measure the depths of the ocean, but Sun Wukong claimed it as his own. It became his signature weapon. Not only did the staff obey him, but it could also shrink to the size of a needle and fit behind his ear when not in use.

Rebellion Against Heaven

Now immortal and armed with great powers, Sun Wukong became arrogant. He declared himself the “Great Sage, Equal to Heaven” and challenged the authority of the gods. The Jade Emperor, ruler of Heaven, attempted to control him by offering him a lowly position in Heaven. But Sun Wukong saw through the scheme and rebelled against Heaven, wreaking havoc in the celestial realm.

After numerous failed attempts to subdue the Monkey King, the gods sought the help of Buddha. Buddha tricked Sun Wukong into a contest, challenging him to escape from Buddha's palm. Sun Wukong, confident in his speed and power, tried to leap beyond Buddha's reach, but no matter how far he traveled, he found himself still within Buddha's palm. Buddha then trapped Sun Wukong under a mountain as punishment for his defiance.

Journey to the West

Sun Wukong remained trapped under the mountain for 500 years until the monk Tang Sanzang (Tripitaka) embarked on a journey to retrieve sacred Buddhist scriptures from India. The Bodhisattva Guanyin told Tang Sanzang that Sun Wukong would be an ideal protector for his dangerous journey.

After being released, Sun Wukong pledged to help Tang Sanzang, though his mischievous nature still surfaced from time to time. Along the way, they encountered many demons and monsters, many of whom wanted to capture or kill Tang Sanzang to gain immortality. Sun Wukong's strength, intelligence, and magical abilities were invaluable in protecting the monk and defeating these enemies.

Although Sun Wukong often used force to resolve problems, he gradually learned the value of compassion and discipline through his journey. Over time, he became more selfless, and his character evolved from a rebellious trickster into a disciplined protector.

Attaining Buddhahood

After many trials and tribulations, Sun Wukong successfully helped Tang Sanzang retrieve the sacred scriptures and return them to China. For his loyalty and growth, he was granted the title of Victorious Fighting Buddha and achieved enlightenment, symbolizing his transformation from a chaotic, rebellious spirit to a wise and disciplined being.

925 silver, also known as sterling silver, is a type of silver alloy that contains 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, typically copper. The addition of other metals makes the silver more durable and less prone to tarnishing, as pure silver (which is 99.9% silver) is too soft for many practical uses, such as in jewelry.