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Zeeba amulet necklace in metal, carved bone and turquoise, Tibetan origin

Zeeba amulet necklace in metal, carved bone and turquoise, Tibetan origin

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ZEEBA NEPAL AMULET NECKLACE.

Necklace with large Zeeba pendant, made of metal, carved bone and turquoise crystal.
Zeeba or Zipak amulet of Tibetan origin, has its origin in a Shaivite legend from the Shandha Purana. It was created to eat Rahu.
This amulet has become a reminder of the consequences of gluttony and greed and also acts as a guardian for practitioners. Zeeba's fingers point to his missing body to show what can happen when someone is overcome by greed.


Material: metal.
Height: 11.75cm
Width: 9.30 cm, at the widest part.
Weight: 105.93 grams
Patina: Original and intact patina.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: As seen in the photos, not new, please check the photos.

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