Beautiful Hand-Carved Sankh (Conch Shell), with  carving of Hindu deity. The Conch shell symbolizes awakens beings from ignorance.

Conch shell, commonly used in Hindu rituals and traditions.

Religious Significance

• In Hinduism, the shankh is considered sacred and is used during pujas (worship) and rituals.

• It is associated with Lord Vishnu, who is often depicted holding a shankh in one of his four hands.

• Blowing a conch is believed to drive away negative energy and purify the surroundings.

Symbolism

• The sound of the shankh is said to represent the cosmic "Om" sound, symbolizing the beginning of creation.

• It stands for auspiciousness, prosperity, and purity.