I bought it in Swayambhu, at the foot of the holy Swayambhunath stupa, from a Tibetan in exile.
The Khatvanga indicates the possession of supernatural abilities. Padmasambhava's staff ends at the top with a trident, under the tip there is a skull, a decaying skull and a freshly severed head, a kalasa filled with amrita. Amrita is a life-prolonging potion, an elixir of life, which gods and people need equally.
The Khatvanga with its dark red tail is a rarity, he
has a really great charisma! The traditional piece is a bit older, I estimate it to be approx. 30 years old. It is in top condition.Dimensions: 43 cm long
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