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Tibetan Buddhist Ram Skull Kapala Ritual Shrine Object

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Tibetan Buddhist Ram Skull Kapala Ritual Shrine Object

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Description

Vintage Tibetan Rams skull with ornate Buddhist designs and adornment. Actual Ram skull covered with brass and copper decorated with Buddhist symbols. Measures 17 x 10 inches

Condition

Fair, well handled

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Tibetan Buddhist Ram Skull Kapala Ritual Shrine Object

Name: Tibetan Buddhist Ram Skull Kapala Ritual Shrine Object
SKU: 141239055
Price: 280 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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