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Kapala Skull Amulet – White Copper Skull Pendant on String
£79.99
This kapala skull amulet features a white copper skull suspended on string, reflecting the restrained and direct symbolism often found in Himalayan ritual objects. The skull form serves as a reminder of impermanence, awareness, and the transient nature of worldly attachment within Buddhist practice. Collected in the Himalayas, it carries the quiet character of an object intended for personal wear, meditation, or devotional use. Its understated construction gives it a grounded presence shaped more by meaning than ornament.
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A simple reminder of impermanence
Summary
DETAILS
Material: Sacred Kapala (Ritual Bone) and White Copper
Size: 27mm (Bone element)
Age: Early 20th Century
Condition: Authentic patina from historical use
Origin: Himalayas
This artifact offers a direct connection to Himalayan mindfulness, serving as a permanent anchor for the transient nature of existence.
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THE OBJECT
This is a precise 27mm Kapala amulet sourced directly from the Himalayas. It pairs an organically contoured sacred bone relic with a distinct white copper skull, pre-mounted on a secure string. The physical presence is immediate and tactile, designed for pragmatic daily use rather than mere display.
MATERIAL & SIGNIFICANCE
In Himalayan practice, Kapala (bone) represents the ultimate teaching of impermanence (anicca). Far from morbid, it is a genuine grounding material tied to the sky burial tradition, symbolizing detachment from the physical form. The white copper provides ritual durability. Together, they form a functional vessel designed to help the practitioner transcend ego.
SYMBOLISM & CULTURAL ROLE
Rooted firmly in traditional beliefs, this specific configuration forces a confrontation with the reality of death as a mechanism for transformation. It serves an active role in daily devotional use, acting as an unyielding reminder to maintain an ongoing union with the present moment.
AGE, USE & CHARACTER
Dating to the early 20th century, the item possesses a special appearance. The bone exhibits a naturally darkened, softened patina that reflects a sustained rate of use over decades. This specific wear profile is undeniable evidence of authentic, lived participation in Himalayan ritual life.
PRACTICAL & SPIRITUAL USE
Meditation: Delivers specific cognitive benefits by grounding the user’s focus during breathwork.
Wearing: The pre-strung setup allows for immediate, physical participation in daily mindfulness.
Reminder: Functions as a highly specific, wearable anchor to reality.
Postage
- Free postage: On orders above £250 USA / £50 UK
- Small gift: Included with every order
- Tax: To USA paid
- Gift-ready packaging: Handmade craft bag
- Processing time: 1-2 days
- Delivery time: EU and USA 7-10 days
- Orders over £300: Upgraded to fast 2-5 days delivery
