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Ruyi

CHINA; Qing dynasty (1644–1911); Gilt copper alloy; L: 39.5 cm; National Palace Museum, Taipei, Taiwan
The ruyi is often held by monastics during Dharma functions or when teaching the Dharma.
　 This ruyi has an elongated S-shape handle and a head fashioned in the form of a cloud. The surface is covered in gold, and both the front and back of the head, handle, and the end are inscribed with the Diamond Sutra in clerical script. The head and sides of the handle are decorated with a key pattern. There is a knot at the end of the ruyi with four lotus-shape turquoise beads and two tassels.

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