Dorge for exorcism and protection

Made:
1850-1920 in Tibet
maker:
Unknown
Dorge for exorcism and protection

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Small Tibetan dorge belonging to a lama used for exorcising evil spirits and protection against evil eye, Tibetan, 1850-1920

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A666038
Materials:
brass
Measurements:
overall: 106 mm x 31 mm
type:
dagger - weapon