Bells are used for spiritual and ritual purposes all over the world, especially on the Eurasian continent. Also when visiting a traditional shaman, they are not to be missed. They are everywhere. On the costume, on the drum, on the altar, on attributes and spirit dolls.
Altar bells such as this one can be used during rituals, ceremonies and healing sessions, especially at the beginning and/or end of the session. They are used for multiple reasons. For example; they clearly mark the beginning and end of the session, making it a period set apart from the rest of the day, their sounds and vibrations cleanse space and energyfields and they call in the helpfull spirits and drive out the heavy ones.
This bell is a Tibetan one, made from brass and with the symbol of a dorje at the handle. It is a relatively small one; approximately 10,5 centimeters high, with a diameter of 5,5 centimeters and a weight of 137 grams.
As can be seen on the pictures, the decoration of this bell isn't of very high quality and the brass on the handle has darkened a bit over time. But the sound is allright and it is of course ready to do the work nevertheless.
