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Finger cymbals

Finger cymbals

Vernacular name:Ting-ting shags
Vernacular name:Tingsha
Date: 1990-2000 ca.
Place Made:Tibet, Asia
Serial No: none
Signednone
MarkingsStamped on underside of each finger cymbal, the mantra "om mani padme"
DescriptionTwo spun-silver cymbals with the eight auspicious symbols on the top of each. Used in personal meditation and offerings. Usually played by gently striking the outer edge of cymbals together, while horizontally positioned.
DimensionsDiameter: 68.4 mm
Edge thickness: 6.5 mm
Diameter of knob: 28.3 mm
Credit Line: Gift of Western International Music, Inc., 2001
Not on view
Object number: 10069