This double vajra silver gau opens on a small hinge to hold dütsi or other sacred objects, kept close during daily life or practice.

“The vishvavajra, as the crossed or ‘universal’ vajra, which underlays the foundation of Mt Meru’s universe, represents the principle of absolute stability, characterised by the solidity of the element earth.

The raised wooden throne on which sit high lamas, such as the Dalai Lama, is usually decorated on its front with a hanging silk brocade square which displays the image of the vishvavajra at its centre. This emblem represents the indestructible reality of Buddha's vajra mind as the unshakeable throne or ground of enlightenment.

Similarly, the emblem of a crossed vajra is inscribed upon the metal base that is used to seal deity statues after they have been consecrated. If the vertical vajra represents the visualised generation of the deity, the horizontal vishvavajra represents the visualised generation of the deity's mandala palace, symbolising the stability of the vajra-earth upon which it rests.”
—The Encyclopedia of Tibetan Symbols and Motifs, p. 239–240

Originally from the state of Minas Gerais in Brasil, Marcela Chaves has trained in the ritual arts of Tibetan torma making at Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling since 2016. While her primary profession is as a veterinarian and surgeon, her passion for artistic detail has always been apparent. Her experiences learning ritual arts and serving at Chagdud Gonpa Brasil have profoundly inspired her personal art and creativity. Marcela’s jewelry collection and ornaments reflect her aspiration to use these creations as a form of blessing and a way to remain connected to the joy of Dharma in daily life.

Diameter: 1” (25 mm)