TABUK in the Philippines islands

in the Philippines islands

likely from the Gajapati dynasty on present day Odisha

The butterfly shape is integral to many ritual items found in island cultures of the pacific

This fine shell ornament

Finely carved Mother of Pearl butterfly shell from the Luzon province

TABUK in the Philippines islandsFinely carved Mother of Pearl butterfly shell from the Luzon province, likely from the Gajapati dynasty on present day Odisha, in the Philippines islands. This fine shell ornament, beautifully presented with the original red glass beads and set with our signature 22k gold detailing. The butterfly shape is integral to many ritual items found in island cultures of the pacific, most often this symbol is represented in marriage and fertility ceremonial