This rattle features grecas, the symbols devised by the Mayan and Aztec civilizations. It is a symbol of our cosmic essence, also known to represent the Milky Way.
The (turkey) feathers are said to function as cleansers of energies.
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 wrapping can vary slightly in color.
Measures approximately17" L x 5.5" W
Sold individually.
Mayan Gourd Ceremony Rattle