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Mongolian Tsagli (Initiation cards)

Mongolia
late 19th-early 20th century

An incomplete set of Tsgali (Initiation cards) used by practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism as symbolic offerings during rituals. Each card features a depiction of a ritual object or figure: Wheel of Dharma, Durva Grass, Precious Elephant, Yoghurt, White Conch Shell.

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