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Sacred Tibetan Silver Conch Shell Trumpet // 1
Product Description
This is a Conch shell container for holy water used in ceremonies. Known as “Buddha ears”, they were mounted as a sound instrument. All conch shell trumpets, in the Tibetan-Buddhist tradition, are referred to as dung dkar. Those that feature an attached wing bear the special designation rag gshog-ma. It is decorated with dragon and Buddhist objects and a chimera. They are used as ceremonial trumpets in prayer rituals, to summon monks to prayer, to summon spirits as well, and to invoke rain and water.
Product Details
- ColorsBeige, Silver
- Materials
Shell
- Measurements
3.54"H x 9.85"W 4.72"D
- OriginTibet
— Silvered Conch Shell Container For Holy Water
— Known As “Buddha Ears”, They Were Mounted As A Sound Instrument
— Important Ritual Objects In Tibetan Buddhism
— Used As Ceremonial Trumpets In Prayer Rituals, To Summon Monks To Prayer, To Summon Spirits, And To Invoke Rain And Water
FAQ
It was when Tibet was independent ''Kingdom of Tibet'' but now is China.
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In3-4 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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