{"product_id":"7tibetan-temple-collection-old-olivary-nucleus-carving-skull-shatuolin-head-pendant-amulet-dharam-town-house","title":"Olivary Nucleus Skull “Shatuolin” Pendant – Temple Dharma Amulet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"detailmodule_html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"detail-desc-decorate-richtext\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eThis pendant from the Tibetan Temple Collection is carved from an old olivary nucleus (olive pit\/seed), transformed into a detailed skull “Shatuolin” head. The result is a small, hand‑sized Dharma amulet that balances intensity with quiet craftsmanship—the warm, organic material offset by the stark, contemplative imagery of the skull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eIn many Buddhist and Himalayan traditions, skull imagery is not morbid, but a reminder of impermanence, courage, and the preciousness of each moment. Worn or kept close, such pieces can serve as subtle prompts to return to what truly matters; placed on an altar, they anchor practices that work directly with fear and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eBecause it is carved from natural seed material, this pendant has a distinct tactile quality: ridges, hollows, and grain that invite touch and make each piece unique. It can be strung onto a cord, incorporated into a mala, or rested on a small stand or dish as part of a temple‑inspired vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-disc space-y-0.5 mt-2 mb-5 [\u0026amp;_ul]:my-0 last:mb-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:ml-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:my-2 [\u0026amp;_ul\u0026gt;li]:ml-4 [\u0026amp;_ul\u0026gt;li]:my-1 [\u0026amp;_ul]:list-[circle] [\u0026amp;_ul_ul]:list-[square]\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003eMaterial: Old olivary nucleus (olive pit\/seed), hand‑carved skull “Shatuolin” head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003eType: Pendant \/ amulet for Dharma practice and protective display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003eOrigin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003eCondition: Good condition with natural variations in the organic material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eUse \u0026amp; care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf worn, keep away from prolonged water exposure, perfumes, and oils to protect the carving. When used as an altar piece, place on a small cloth or dish. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid soaking or harsh cleaners, as the seed material is naturally porous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Far East Finds","offers":[{"title":"Variant","offer_id":46839808852105,"sku":"12000048962056557","price":375.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/9257\/6137\/files\/7e2018fe813c4abc90c8fd3bc7b62f1b.webp?v=1780549767","url":"https:\/\/fareastfinds.com\/products\/7tibetan-temple-collection-old-olivary-nucleus-carving-skull-shatuolin-head-pendant-amulet-dharam-town-house","provider":"Far East Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}