Golden Head Ceremonial Rattle

Golden Head Ceremonial Rattle ( Maraca ) from Peru | Decorated with Peruvian Turquoise and Tiger’s Eye | Handle part made of Capirona

Shaman rattles are ceremonial tools used by various indigenous cultures around the world, particularly in shamanic practices and rituals. They often hold spiritual significance and are employed by shamans, or spiritual practitioners, to communicate with the spirit world, invoke healing, conduct rituals, and enter altered states of consciousness.

Shaman rattles can vary in their design and materials, but they typically consist of a handle or shaft with a bulbous or hollowed-out head. The head is usually filled with seeds, stones, beads, or other small objects that create a rattling sound when the rattle is shaken. The sound produced by the rattle is believed to have the power to cleanse and protect, as well as to call upon and interact with spirits.

The act of shaking the rattle is thought to create vibrations that connect the physical and spiritual realms, enabling the shaman to traverse these realms and communicate with ancestors, spirits, or otherworldly entities. The rhythm and sound of the rattle can induce trance-like states, aiding the shaman in achieving altered states of consciousness for healing, divination, and other spiritual practices.

Shaman rattles can be made from various materials, such as wood, gourds, animal hides, shells, feathers, and other natural elements. The choice of materials often carries symbolic meaning within the cultural context of the particular shamanic tradition.

It’s important to note that shamanic practices and rituals are deeply rooted in the traditions and beliefs of specific cultures, and these practices should be respected and understood within their appropriate cultural contexts.

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DISCLAIMER

• Actual colors may vary a little from those shown in the pictures due to the nature of the photography and monitor color settings.
• All of our products are handmade, thus they may not be exactly as shown in the photos. Pictures displayed in listings are a reference only. Therefore, it may be minor changes.

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FOR OUR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

• Please be aware that import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. We strongly recommend all of our customers check with their own country’s customs office to determine these additional costs prior to buying.

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SHIPPING & TRACKING INFORMATION

• Shipping:
– We use the Peruvian Postal Service (Serpost) to ship all of our products worldwide.
– The regular shipping time is 10-20 days from the shipping date. However, sometimes shipping takes longer due to the specific transit time set by each country’s postal service, as well as for each country’s customs procedures.

• Tracking:
– You can get information on your shipping status using your tracking number “RRXXXXXXXXXPE” in the link below:
https://www.serpost.com.pe/Cliente/SegumientoLinea

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RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY

• Returns:
– Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs, and
– Buyers are responsible for any loss in value if an item isn’t returned in its original condition.

• Exchanges:
We may exchange an item for another one of the same type provided that:
– The item is returned in its same original condition, and
– Buyers assume the total cost of the return shipping as well as the total cost of the new shipping.

For this, we kindly ask that before asking for the exchange take into account the following:
– The items’ actual colors may differ from those shown in the pictures due to the nature of the photography and monitor color settings, and
– Most importantly, please take into account that ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS ARE HANDMADE, thus they may not be exactly as shown in the listing photos, pictures are a reference only; thus, it may be minor changes in color tones, sizes, and shapes.

• Failed Delivery:
Please be aware that sometimes items are returned to Chakana Journey due to failed delivery for different reasons such as “unclaimed”, “addressee not available at the time of delivery”, “failed delivery attempt”, “unsuccessful delivery”, among others. In these events, we offer you two options:
– We may ship again the item provided that buyers assume the total cost of the item’s new shipping, or
– We may refund the amount of the item but we will deduct the actual and total initial item’s shipping cost.

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CONTACT US

• We strive our best to satisfy our customers to the fullest. However, in case you are not satisfied, please contact us immediately and we will do everything possible to provide you with a solution, always trying to offer you the best option.

• If you have any questions, queries, or issues, don’t hesitate to contact us via:
– Messaging channel, or
– Writing an e-mail at chakanajourney@gmail.com.

We usually answer back the same day or the next working day.

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