Tibetan Shankha - Antique - Shell / low-quality silver - 1970-1980 - handmade

Tibetan Shankha (conch shell), a sacred object representing one of the eight auspicious symbols (Ashtamangala) in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism.
The shell is decorated with Tibetan silver, which may be an alloy with a low silver content, inlaid with turquoise and red stone.
It symbolizes the spreading of Dharma and wisdom, which awakens beings from ignorance, just like the powerful sound of a horn.
These ritual objects are often used during ceremonies and prayers.
The decorative motifs are floral patterns.

Carefully packed and shipped insured.