Antique silver Prayer Wheel, decorated with turquoise and semiprecious stones, Tibet, 19th century. This Tibetan prayer wheel has a rolled prayer on old antique paper, has a full set of details and is completely functional: can be rotated. Length: 18 cm; Weight: 60.45 g; Prayer wheels are a common religious tool in Tibetan Buddhism. They typically consist of a cylindrical container filled with written mantras or prayers, often printed on paper or cloth. The cylinder is mounted on a spindle and can be spun signifying the rotation of Dharma. As the wheel is spun, the prayers are believed to be recited, accumulating merit for the spinner. This prayer wheel has a decorative outer casing with turquoise and coral colored beads, suggesting it may be a more ornate or ceremonial piece. Condition: used, but perfect condition; Provenance: private collection in Sarasota, FL, USA.