Each miniature prayer wheel in this set of eight is a helpful tool for your meditative practices. Breathe deeply and spin their inscribed cylinders to send your intentions into the universe. Each is embellished with one of the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism: the Golden Fish, the Parasol, the Urn, the Lotus Flower, the Conch Shell, the Infinite Knot, the Wheel, and the Flag.
Made of brass and inlaid with decorative red and blue beads, the wheels have been designed so that they may easily hang on a wall or flat surface.
- Set of eight prayer wheels depicting the eight auspicious symbols
- Made of brass with colored beads
- Each is 4 ¼" high, 1 ¼" deep
- The wheelbase is about 1" x 1 ¼"
- Each wheel weighs approximately 2 ounces
Handmade in Nepal: Organic defects and rustic finish add to the artistic character of the piece.
Product Note: All functional prayer wheels have a metal wire/rod that runs through the metal cylinder that holds the scroll. It is not uncommon for some prayer wheels to come apart in transit. The removable metal cap can be easily reattached by holding the cylinder and twisting the metal caps on the top and bottom of the cylinder.
design: A set of eight small brass prayer wheels, each topped with a hand-carved medallion depicting one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism above a spinning, mantra-inscribed cylinder banded in copper tone and set with red and blue beads, all resting on a flat brass foot.
size: Each wheel measures 4 ¼" high x 1 ¼" deep; wheelbase approximately 1" x 1 ¼"; each weighs approximately 2 ounces.
material: Brass, inlaid with red and blue decorative beads.
features: set of eight, each engraved with a different auspicious symbol, spinning mantra-inscribed cylinder, hanging loop for wall display, flat stand for tabletop or altar use, copper-tone banding, inlaid colored beads
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from moisture to preserve the brass finish.
disclaimer: Handmade in Nepal, each piece carries small variations in finish and detail that are part of its handcrafted character; the cylinder's removable metal cap may loosen in transit and can simply be twisted back into place.
Meaning & Intention
In Tibetan Buddhist practice, a prayer wheel is never merely decorative — the mantra coiled inside its cylinder is believed to radiate outward with every turn, the way ripples spread from a stone dropped in still water. This set of eight gathers that tradition into miniature form, each wheel bearing one of the Ashtamangala, the Eight Auspicious Symbols that have accompanied Buddhist teaching for centuries.
Each emblem carries its own note within the larger harmony: the Golden Fish for freedom and abundance, the Parasol for protection from harm, the Treasure Vase for inexhaustible spiritual wealth, the Lotus for purity rising from difficulty, the Conch Shell for the far-reaching sound of truth, the Endless Knot for the interwoven nature of all things, the Dharma Wheel for the path of awakening, and the Victory Banner for triumph over what clouds the mind.
Displayed together, the eight become a small constellation of intention — a reminder that a spiritual practice, like the symbols themselves, is made of many small turns rather than one grand gesture.
Kept together on a shelf, altar, or wall, these eight wheels invite a brief pause into an ordinary day — a moment to reach out, spin one gently, and let a single quiet intention move through the hands before returning to whatever comes next.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Practitioners building a home altar, meditators seeking a tactile ritual object, and anyone drawn to Tibetan Buddhist symbolism
- Purpose: meditation aid, altar centerpiece, wall display, mindfulness ritual, thoughtful gift for a spiritual practice
- Suggested Mantra: Om Mani Padme Hum
- Intention: Compassion, Protection, Abundance, Clarity
- Metal: Brass with copper-tone banding
Questions & Guidance
What do the eight symbols on this set represent?
Each wheel is engraved with one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism — the Golden Fish, Parasol, Treasure Vase, Lotus, Conch Shell, Endless Knot, Dharma Wheel, and Victory Banner — each carrying its own traditional meaning of protection, abundance, or awakening.
How are the prayer wheels meant to be used?
Each cylinder holds an inscribed mantra; spinning it gently in a clockwise direction is traditionally believed to send that intention out into the world. Many people use these wheels as a quiet focus during meditation.
Can these be hung or displayed individually?
Yes. Each wheel has its own hanging loop and a flat brass base, so the set can be hung on a wall, arranged along a shelf, or grouped together on an altar.
Is it normal for the wheel to come apart?
Yes — functional prayer wheels have a metal rod running through the cylinder, and the caps can loosen in transit. Simply hold the cylinder steady and twist the top and bottom caps back into place.
Will each set look exactly alike?
No two sets are identical. These are handmade in Nepal, so slight variations in finish, patina, and bead placement are part of each piece's handcrafted character.
