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- Small: $35 Code:172
- 22mmX16 or 0.9" by 0.6"
- Medium: $40 Code:171
- 30mmX21 or 1.2" by 0.8"
- Large: $60 Code:772
- 36mmX28 or 1.4" by 1.1"
Venerated in the East as the name of God, this primal word sound is used as a mantra to induce meditative states, while its Sanskrit or Tibetan form is considered a mandala - a design that leads to spiritual awakening. This is written in Tibetan and was once praised by a lama for its trueness of form and accuracy of line - much to our delight!
- Small: $160 Code 172au
- 22mmX16mm or 0.9" X 0.6"
- Medium: $240 Code 171au
- 30mmX21mm or 1.2" X 0.8"
- Large: $360 Code 772au
- 39mmX26mm or 1.6" X 1.1"
The Tibetan aum, and the Tibetan language in general, is based on Sanskrit, the sacred language of Hinduism. The Tibetan Aum thus has similarities in letter structure to the Sanskrit aum and has the same meaning. Here the aum is crafted from 14kt gold.
- Medium: $100 Code 540
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $120 Code 541
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
The aum lotus just looks spectacular with a gold aum! This is my personal piece and I get raves when I wear it. It can also be made with the Sanskrit Aum or the Tibetan Aum can be made in silver like the one here.
- Small: $35 Code:071
- 20mmX20mm or 0.8" diameter
- Medium: $40 Code:070
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $60 Code:410
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
The dharmachakra is a Buddhist emblem of Hindu origin. It resembles a wagon wheel with eight spokes, each representing one of the eight tenets of buddhist belief. The circle symbolizes the completeness of the Dharma, the spokes represent the eightfold path leading to enlightenment and are:
Right faith, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right endeavor, right mindfullness, and right meditation.
It is drawn from an Indian symbol which represents Samsara, or endless rebirth. But to Buddhists it symbolizes overcoming obstacles.
- Medium: $120 Code:070ss
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $140 Code:410ss
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
The Dharmacakra symbol has the form of a wheel with eight or more spokes (sometimes 24 spokes representing the solar cycle). It is one of the oldest Hindu and Buddhist symbols, found in Indian art from the Vedic time and the time of the Buddhist king Ashoka, and used by all Buddhist nations ever since. One version of the symbol, taken from the capital of a pillar erected by Ashoka (hence also called "Ashoka Chakra"), has been adopted in the center of the National Flag of India. In its simplest form, it is recognized globally as a symbol for Buddhism. We have put 8 chakra stones on this one - see the enlargement for their correspondences. You can have whatever stones represent your path to you best of course, or just one stone in the middle if you like. Email us for more info
- Small: $225 Code:071au
- 20mmX20mm or 0.8" diameter
- Medium: $340 Code:070au
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $505 Code:410au
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
The eight spokes of the dharmachakra represent the Noble Eightfold Path of Buddhism. They are said to have sharp edges to cut through ignorance. Other symbolisms in the eight-spoked Dharmacakra in Buddhism:
* Its overall shape is that of a circle (cakra), representing the perfection of the dharma teaching
* The hub stands for discipline, which is the essential core of meditation practice
* The rim, which holds the spokes, refers to mindfulness or samadhi which holds everything together
*The Dharmacakra is one of the eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism. Email us to find out about the rest or if you want another one.
The dharma wheel can refer to the dissemination of the dharma teaching from country to country. In this sense the dharma wheel began rolling in India, carried on to Central Asia, and then arrived in South East Asia and East Asia and ultimately the world!
- Medium: $515 Code:411au
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $720 Code:412au
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
Lapis is a traditional Tibetan stone, sacred to the Medicine Buddha. This piece is spectacular in 14kt gold.
- Medium: $120 Code:411
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $140 Code:412
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
This dharmachakra has 8 lapis lazuli and is particularly meant to represent the Medicine Buddha who cures the illness of suffering using the medicine of his teachings. His full name is "Medicine Master Lapis Lazuli Light". With all the mega viruses about (and more to come) this is becoming a popular piece, though you don't have to be sick to buy it . The Medicine Buddha also prevents illness and deals with illness of the mind. The stones are also larger on this piece than on the other dharmachakra with stones, and we modified the piece accordingly - making the places for the stones slightly larger.
- Small: $35 Code:072
- 20mmX20mm or 0.8" diameter
- Medium: $40 Code:037
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $60 Code:421
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
The outer (by outer we mean known to all) meaning of the double dorje is a Tibetan thunderbolt symbolizing male power, the inner (by inner we mean known to devotees) meaning is the emblem of Vajrayana, the Diamond World - that which cuts through our delusions. The secret (well, secret means what secret usually does - known only to masters) meaning is Emptiness -devoid of a separate self. Brought to Tibet by the great magical Buddha Padmasambhava, it is also a magic wand. Here one dorje crosses another (double the meanings) with the wheel of fire (the triple nature of life) in the middle and the symbol for enlightenment.
- Small: $235 Code:072au
- 20mmX20mm or 0.8" diameter
- Medium: $355 Code:037au
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $530 Code:421au
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
This symbol glows with magick in 14kt gold! The vajra destroys all kinds of ignorance, and itself is indestructible. In tantric rituals the Vajra symbolizes the male principle which represents method in the right hand and the Bell symbolizes the female principle, which is held in the left. Their interaction leads to enlightenment. Also the Dorje or Vajra represents the "Upaya" or method Tibetans name Vajra as "Dorje". When made to be worn as a pendant, it reminds the wearer, and the viewer, of the supreme indestructibility of knowledge.This piece is chock full of symbolism (!) and very important to Tibetan Buddhists.
- Medium: $75 Code274
- 27mmX27mm or 1.1" diameter
- Large: $100 Code: 275
- 36mmX36mm 1.4" diameter
Or, if you prefer, a double dorje with chaosphere. The oldest reference we have found to the design now known as the chaosphere is the warrior dharmachakra, itself a magickal (and actual) weapon similar to a shurikan. Here the combination of symbols is set with a fine tourmaliine. The prices above are for standard stones. Tourmalines in larger sizes are fairly expensive. Mark chose this stone as the color of magick: octarine (after Pratchett).
- Small: $35 Code:193
- 20mmX28 or 0.8" by 1.1"
- Medium: $40 Code:108
- 26mmX37 or 1" by 1.4"
- Large: $60 Code:514
- 35mmX49 or 1.4" by 2"
Called a kartika or Drigug, this is a Tibetan magickal weapon often carried by Dakinis (semi wrathful female deities that help the meditator integrate magickal powers) such as the Vajrayogini. The kartika is a symbol of prajna wisdom cutting through delusion. Look closely and you'll see that the handle is 1/2 of a dorje that ends in a stylized elephant. Drigug's are worn or carried to chop up demons encountered on a journey - the elephant is a demon that has come over to our side and is a warning to other demons! Beware the dakini with a drigug. It looks fabulous with a stone at the middle of the top, add $10.
- Small: $240 Code:193au
- 20mmX28 or 0.8" by 1.1"
- Medium: $360 Code:108au
- 26mmX37 or 1" by1.4"
- Large: $540 Code:514au
- 26mmX37 or 1" by1.4"
This is the kartika in 14 kt gold. A stone, like an emerald, looks great in the handle. Pam has a small as a single earring, with an emerald, to chop up the demons foolish enough to get in her way. Diamonds are great too - in Tibet enlightenment is called The Diamond World.
- Small: $135 Code:193auag
- 20mmX28 or 0.8" by 1.1"
- Medium: $170 Code:108auag
- 26mmX37 or 1" by 1.4"
- Large: $235 Code:514auag
- 35mmX49 or 1.4" by 2"
This is the kartika with a14 kt gold handle and sterling blade. There is an onyx, bezel set in a gold setting, in the handle. You can have this beautiful piece with any stone or without a stone at all. Email us for prices. This is the perfect gift for you dakinis out there.
This is the kartika with a 14kt gold handle and sterling silver blade - like the piece above - with an oval emerald set in the handle. This particular piece, with a 7 by 5 mm cabachon emerald is an earring Mark made for Pam, to chop up the demons foolish enough to get in her way. Diamonds are great too - in Tibet enlightenment is called The Diamond World. A diamond would cost about the same, though we'd suggest a round brilliant, SH1, G-I stone about 10 to 15 points.The design works well as a pendant also.
Email us for particular prices on emeralds or diamonds
- Small: $35 Code:110
- 22mmX16 or 0.9" by 0.6"
- Medium: $40 Code:068
- 30mmX20 or 1.2" by0.8"
- Large: $60 Code:777:
- 40mmX27 or 1.6" by 1.1"
The Tibetan Eternal Knot is one of the 8 Auspicious symbols in Buddhism that represents the unity between Wisdom and Compassion. It is a geometric diagram of right angles which symbolises the nature of reality where everything is interrelated and only exists as part of a web of karma and its effect. Having no beginning or end, it also represents the infinite wisdom of the Buddha and the order of monks.
- Small: $205 Code:110au
- 22mmX16 or 0.9" by 0.6"
- Medium: $310 Code:068au
- 30mmX20 or 1.2" by0.8"
- Large: $460 Code:777au
- 40mmX27 or 1.6" by 1.1"
"What Does It All Mean, Mr Natural?": "an ancient symbol representing the interweaving of the Spiritual Path, the flowing of Time and Movement within That Which is Eternal. All existence, it says, is bound by time and change, yet ultimately rests serenely within the Divine, the Eternal, Buddha, the Mind of God."
And:
"Addiction and aversion lead to delusion, which is the ongoing source of all suffering."
- $225
Practically any symbol we make can be done in a variety of ways - we show pendants and rings with the occasional cuff link or earring just to give you an idea. If we showed every permutation of every design this web site would be THREE times as large as it is - and neither of us want that! More or less $$ depending on the stone and the size.
You can't buy a ring without emailing us first. Different sizes, different stones, different metals even.
- $275
The Tibetan Knot, repeated in this design four times around the band of an argentium silver ring, is a popular symbol, incorporating the themes of enlightenment, karmic binding, commitment, and continuity. This ring costs $275.
- price varies according to size. Ring shown was $600
In this ring Mark used a 14kt gold Tibetan Knot and a 4 mm square emerald flush set in the center of the knot. This is an engagement ring used in a Tibetan Buddhist marriage.The ring without a stone like an emerald would, of course, be less expensive.
In Japanese Buddhism marriage is considered to last three incarnations. As all Buddhists know, nothing is permanent, but three lifetimes seems pretty long! A simpler style gold on silver Tibetan Knot Band is considerably less expensive than the emerald style above. This is 18 kt gold on sterling silver and sold for $400.
- price varies according to size. Ring shown was $500
This design shows the tibetan knot in 14 kt gold on a sterling silver band. This particular ring was a custom order. This ring had a single dorje, a lotus with ruby and two doubled tibetan knots. It is a wedding band.
- price varies according to size. Ring shown was $600
This design shows the tibetan knot in 14 kt gold on 14 kt gold band. This particular ring was a part of a set of wedding bands, inluding the gold and silver Tibetan Knot Ring with Emerald a couple of items before this. This ring has modified Tibetan knots 5.5 mm tall (about a quarter of an inch). The space in between the knot is 1 mm wide! The inside of the ring is lightly hammer finished, the Tibetan Knots and rims high shine, the back, behind the Knots, textured.
This ring repeats four Tibetan Aums and four Tibetan Knots around the band. This ring, which was a size 12, cost $1100. The price is very dependent on size. This ring was fairly massive.
- Small: $35 Code:169
- 23mmX17 or 1" by 0.7"
- Medium: $40 Code:170
- 30mmX23 or 1.2" by 1"
- Large: $60 Code:607
- 40mmX30 or 1.6" by 1.3"
This is a symbol of China's Ming Imperium: a dynastic emblem derived from a Tibetan Buddhist design depicting the interweaving of karma - the ceaseless succession of cause and effect - and rebirth. It is an endless knot, indicating that the cycle of birth-death-rebirth is as ceaseless as the karma that intertwines it. It is found on Chinese dynastic art, furniture, pottery, and fabric and carpets. An identical design is also found in Celtic Symbolism. Endless knots tend to be in every culture at every time.
- Small: $215 Code:169au
- 23mmX17 or 1" by 0.7"
- Medium: $325 Code:170au
- 30mmX23 or 1.2" by 1"
- Large: $485 Code:607au
- 40mmX30 or 1.6" by 1.3"
The Ming Knot, an endless knot that looks more like a rope or a scarf than most endless knots because of it's soft round edges, is here shown in 14kt yellow gold.
- Small: $35 Code:222
- 22mmX16 or 0.9" by 0.6"
- Medium: $40 Code:221
- 30mmX20 or 1.2" by0.8"
- Large: $60 Code:780:
- 40mmX27 or 1.6" by 1.1"
The Aum, which is the seed sound of God, sits upon the lotus throne, which is the dharma - the way out, the eightfold path. All is surrounded by fire, which represents our delusions. We must cut through our delusions in order to reach Buddhahood - the awakened state of our true nature.
- Custom piece
This fascinating piece custom designed for an American Tibetan Buddhist uses design elements traditional to Vajrayana and developed in 2 dimensional line drawings by the brilliant Robert Beer. The amulet, which was 45 mm in diameter, is a four layered, flush soldered, and extensively stamped and textured pendant with a fancy bail. The piece was hung on a byzantine chain, an expensive but spectacular link. A 16 petalled lotus in the background, a wooden sutra scroll, and Manjushri's flaming sword combine in this one of a kind piece. The piece cost $300. Similar multiple combinations of symbols are a specialty of ours.
- Medium: $40 Code:694
- 40mmX10mm or1.6"" by 0.4"
- Large: $60 Code:695
- 53mmX14mm or 2.1 by 0.6"
- Extra Large $80 Code 696:
- 70mmX19mm or 3" by 0.8"
One piece that did come from the custom design above was the flaming sword of Manjushri. Manjushri is the Boddhisattva of Boddhicitta, or clear thinking. In each of the six realms of existence - Gods, Jealous Gods, Humans, Hungry Ghosts, Hell, and the Animal World, it is possible to break free from the delusion of Mara, the demon that in Buddhist cosmology keeps the wheel of samsara or ignorance turning, and achieve enlightenment through adopting the clear thinking of Manjushri. Boddhicitta doesn't mean quite the same thing as rational thought. It means, rather, relinquishing the self narrative that binds one in a false identity of suffering and ignorance. This is a fine multi layered piece that could be made in a karat gold and silver combination.
- Small: $35 Code:991
- 22mmX16mm or 0.9" by 0.7"
- Medium: $40 Code:069
- 30mmX20mm or 1.2" by0.9"
- Large: $60 Code:780:
- 40mmX27mm or 1.6" by 1.3"
This may be my all time favorite piece. I have it tattooed on me; Mark made a ring for me with a moonstone on the forehead; I have it on a piece of labradorite with an opal on the forehead and I have a bolo! It rocks. The skull is always a momento mori or contemplation on mortality. In Tibet the skull also stands for 2 of the 4 Precious Gifts: the precious gift of human birth, and the precious gift of impermanence or change. After all 10 out of 10 go, so no use in getting attached to your "things". (You can't take it with you etc etc). In addition, drinking from a (real) skull cup is to master the ego and one's own personal demons. Tibetans are tough, with little illusions and are devoted to a higher rebirth. This piece looks great with a central stone on the forehead!
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