Silver-Tone Incense Holder with Gold Conch Motif

Silver-Tone Incense Holder with Gold Conch Motif

Silver-coloured metal with gold motif – approx. 24 × 3 cm

The source describes the conch as a mollusc shell and traditional Tibetan instrument. In the Buddhist symbolism presented in the source, it represents the power of the Buddha’s speech and the sound of the Dharma.

The Dharma is described in the source as the law governing cosmic, social and religious order in Buddhism and Hinduism. The sound of the conch symbolically awakens beings from ignorance and encourages them to act for their own good and that of others.

The source also associates the conch with protection of the Jewel of the Dharma and gradual progress toward ultimate realisation, awakening or enlightenment.