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  flaming pearl

 

China

A flaming pearl on top of a lotus flower base. Although originally a symbol of wealth, the wishing jewel in Buddhism usually symbolizes spiritual wealth, i.e. Enlightenment. It is also said to have the power to multiply whatever it touches.

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