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| *All our products are
handmade in traditional ways using natural materials by handicraftsmen
in Tibet Everest nature reserve. |
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| Yak Bone |
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| The yak is a peculiar kind of cattle which
lives in snowy highland and has been domesticated by Tibetan for more
than 2000 years. Its sturdy body has very strong adaptability to the
inclement environment. In the Tibetan Genesis, it is said that, "...the
yak's head, eyes, intestines, hairs, hoofs and heart finally changed into
sun, moon, stars, rivers, lakes, forests and mountains". So the yak was
a holy offering in various ancient governmental and religionary
ceremonies, and it was once called "Holy Yak". To kill a yak, a long
motet must be repeated for 300 times, otherwise the killer was going to
be cursed. The yak bone which is the spirit of yak represents purity,
strength and courage.
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| Wild Animals' Tooth or Claw |
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| Besides yak, Some other special wild
animals are also important totem idols to Tibetan. Totem means "his
cognation". in primeval society, human deemed animals or plants which
had affinities for the clan their own sign, and paid homage to them. |
| Trumpet Shell |
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| The white conch which coils to the right
is one of the Eight Cimelias. It symbolizes the deep, far-reaching and melodious sound of the Dharma
teachings, which being appropriate to different natures, predispositions
and aspirations of disciples, awakens them from the deep slumber of
ignorance and urges them to accomplish their own and others' welfare. |
| Tibetan Silver |
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| Silver is the "Moon's Metal" and is
therefore linked with emotions. It fosters hope, spiritual and romantic
love, and grounding. These metallic stones stimulate psychic awareness
and psychic dreams. Silver may offer protection, especially when
traveling and has been empowered with strong money attracting
vibrations. Tibetan silver is a kind of silver alloy made by traditional
Tibetan technology. It looks darker than sterling silver, but it has a
special rugged style which sterling silver can never show. With gelongs'
blessing on, it turns brighter while you keep it on your body. |
| Gems |
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| Turquoise was well known as the spirit of
sea and sky even in the age of ancient Egypt. This word is named because
of it was carried out through Turkey. Turquoise is a protective stone
that can be worn to ward off negative energy, disease, violence and
accidents. It heals sadness and grief and promotes courage, inner
strength and self-love. Turquoise can be worn to attract friendship,
good fortune and money. |
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| As a sort of rare red natural mineral, red
coral gives you the feeling of primitive simplicity and connotation.
Coral derives its name from two Greek words meaning "daughter of the
sea." It can be worn as protection for sea travel. It's known to attract
love and provide a long and happy marriage. Coral can protect children
against evil influences and ensure a healthy future. This stone promotes
reason, courage and wisdom. |
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| Agate has been used in jewelry since
Biblical Babylonian times. It was prized gems in antiquity and used to
ward off storms. Agate attracts strength, it is a protection from bad
dreams, and also protects from stress and energy drains. Agate is
associated with Virgo and Libra. It has been the birthstone of May.
Agate is symbols of Mercury and the Moon. |
| DZI |
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| DZI is a Tibetan word to describe a
patterned agate bead of mainly cylindrical or tabular shape, and it
means the "Heaven's Bead". Such beads are etched black-and-white or
brown-and-white, with symbols comprised of circles, ovals, square, waves
stripes, lines and various other symbolic patterns. DZI beads play an
important role in Tibetan culture, and different DZI pattern has
different meaning. This is really a big mysterious subject. For detailed
information, please refer to related websites. |
| Sterling Silver |
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| This term in our website means 92.5% purity
silver. Silver is the "Moon's Metal" and is therefore linked with
emotions. It fosters hope, spiritual and romantic love, and grounding.
These metallic stones stimulate psychic awareness and psychic dreams.
Silver may offer protection, especially when traveling and has been
empowered with strong money attracting vibrations.
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| Copper |
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| Among the Northwest Coast First Nations,
the ultimate symbol of wealth, power and prestige
was (and still is) the copper. Copper means success will come, but
perhaps not as quickly as
you hope. The spiritual meaning of copper or brass means judgment.
Possibly you should
adjust your sights a bit.
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