Antique Tibetan Yak Bone & Silver Amulet Snuff / Oil Container, 19th

A rare antique Tibetan ritual container, made from polished yak bone with silver mounts. Triangular form with hand-forged silver top, loop fittings for suspension and a hinged lid. Decorated with a small repoussé Bodhi leaf symbol. Likely used as a snuff, oil or incense-powder travel amulet. Dates to late 19th century. Beautiful original patina and age traces. Condition: age-related wear, natural bone fissures, patina, overall very good for the age. Size: (укажи, если измеришь). Origin: Tibet / Nepal, Himalayan region.

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