These symbols are the Mexica symbol of a flower with its root and part of a chicahuaztli (Xipetotec staff).
Made with natural products: Making a direct connection with each element.The jicaras (gourds) used arecut, cleaned inside to remove the seeds and boiled to harden.The wood used to make the handle of the rattle is collected in the jungle from a tree known as guayabillo (Spanish); pichi che 'macho (Mayan-Spanish); kabal sak lob che ', pichiche' (Mayan).The wooden handles of these shakers are said to make a connection and communicate with the divine.For the sound, seeds of a palm called platanillo are used and a quartz is added to always clean the energy. Leather fringe detail. Sold individually. Color and size of gourd will vary.
Approximately 11" L x 4" W
Mayan Gourd Ceremony Rattle