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Tibetan Kapala Yogi Hair Ring – Coral & Turquoise Inlaid Ritual Amulet
£73.00
This Tibetan kapala yogi hair ring is inlaid with coral and turquoise, combining three deeply symbolic elements within Himalayan ritual culture. The kapala skull form reflects impermanence and awareness, while the yogi hair detail suggests lineage and personal spiritual identity carried into the object itself. Coral and turquoise have long been valued in Tibetan and Himalayan traditions for protection, balance, and vitality. Collected in the Himalayan region, it carries the quiet presence of a piece shaped through devotional use and intimate connection to practice, with a naturally worn character that reflects time and handling.
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Lineage, protection, and living presence
Summary
A rare 19th-century Tibetan Kapala bone yogi hair ring, featuring authentic turquoise and coral inlays. This museum-quality artifact exhibits a deep ritual patina, serving as a profound meditation tool for the practitioner.
Authentic 19th-century Tibetan relic hand-carved from sacred Kapala bone.
Exceptional ritual ornamentation featuring hand-placed turquoise and coral inlays.
Dense 25mm ring form, traditionally used as a hair or meditation ring by Himalayan yogis.
Advanced age patina, exhibiting a saturated honey-to-amber surface earned through over a century of devotional use.
Tactile meditation anchor, designed to ground the wearer in the traditional beliefs of impermanence and presence.
Rare collector’s presence, displaying a “special appearance” with organic pitting and smooth, handled edges.
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THE OBJECT
This 19th-century Yogi Hair Ring is a masterful example of Tibetan material culture, carved from a significant section of Kapala bone. The piece has been hand-inlaid with a central turquoise stone and coral accents, creating a high-contrast visual focus against the organic background of the bone. At 25mm, it possesses a substantial weight and a smooth, circular geometry that has been softened by over a hundred years of active handling.
MATERIAL & SIGNIFICANCE
Kapala (ritual bone) is the most revered material in the Himalayan path, serving as a direct link to the reality of impermanence. In the Tibetan context, bone is used to strip away ego-attachments, turning the physical remnants of the body into a teacher of liberation. The addition of Turquoise—symbolizing spiritual protection and the sky—and Coral—representing the life-force and vitality—creates a balanced triad of elements that ground the practitioner in both the physical and spiritual realms.
SYMBOLISM & CULTURAL ROLE
Traditionally, these rings were worn by wandering yogis or practitioners to secure their hair in a topknot during long periods of meditation. In Tibetan life, such an object is more than an accessory; it is a tool for participation in the lineage. By wearing a ring made from ritual bone, the yogi maintains a constant tactile relationship with the truth of death as transformation, ensuring that their practice remains focused on the ultimate goal of enlightenment.
AGE, USE & CHARACTER
This piece dates to the 19th century and carries a magnificent age patina. The surface has transitioned into a deep, rich amber tone with a glass-like finish, a result of natural skin oils and environmental exposure in high-altitude monasteries. The “special appearance” of the bone, with its fine pitting and micro-abrasions, provides undeniable proof of its authentic history and lived ritual use.
PRACTICAL & SPIRITUAL USE
Meditation Anchor: The smooth, cool surface of the bone serves as a perfect tactile focus during breathwork or mantra recitation.
Talismanic Wear: Currently strung on a simple cord, it can be worn as a pendant to keep the energy of the Himalayan tradition close to the heart.
Altar Relic: Its historical weight and inlaid gems make it a standout centerpiece for any home shrine or collection of sacred arts.
OBJECT DETAILS
Material: Sacred Kapala (Bone), Inlaid Turquoise, and Coral
Size: 25mm Diameter
Age: 19th Century
Condition: Exceptional antique patina with original inlays
Origin: Tibet, Himalayan Region
Own a rare piece of 19th-century Himalayan history and integrate the grounded wisdom of the yogis into your personal path.
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
