Burmese Pagoda Relic - Silver-Tin Alloy - Buddha

Unearthed from a collapsed pagoda in Mandalay, this silver-tin alloy Buddha statue. Estimated to date between the 18th and 19th centuries. A small-sized Buddha figure. Composed of various alloys, including silver, tin, copper, and lead. It has a considerable weight when held. These ancient Buddha statues were traditionally filled with sacred relics internally. Occasionally, one might hear the contents shifting when gently shaken. However, for most, the sound is virtually inaudible. Religious artifacts inherently carry blessings and possess a unique energetic field. Placing it in your home or car serves as a powerful protective and grounding sacred object. *************************** Burma is a country with strict regulations on artifact export, prohibiting the removal of antiques and cultural relics. Metal artifacts such as Buddha statues and prayer beads are not permitted to leave the country. 5500-113.12.10