Parad (Mercury) Shankh - 1585 gm (PASH-003)
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About this Parad (Mercury) Shankh - 1585 gm (PASH-003)
The Parad (Mercury) Shankh (SKU: PASH-003) is an exceptional sacred object crafted entirely from solidified mercury (parad), weighing approximately 1585 gm. It measures approximately 3 cm in height, 8 cm in length, and 3 cm in width. The conch shell (shankh) form holds immense ritual importance in Hindu tradition — it is blown at the start of puja, used to hold sacred water (tirtha) for abhishek, and regarded as a symbol of Lord Vishnu's divine presence. A parad shankh of this considerable weight is a rare and significant piece intended for serious collectors, temples, or well-established home shrines.
Traditionally, the shankh is placed to the left of the principal deity on the altar and is treated with the same reverence as the main idol. Ritual consecration by a trained priest is strongly recommended before installation.
Astrological significance
The conch shell is identified in the Vedic tradition as one of the four principal attributes of Lord Vishnu, symbolising the primordial sound from which creation arose. Its use in puja is believed to purify the environment and invite Vishnu's protective grace. In astrological terms, the shankh is associated with the Moon (Chandra), governing emotions and domestic harmony. A Parad Shankh is particularly valued because parad (solidified mercury) is considered in tantric tradition to carry the energy of Lord Shiva, uniting Shaiva and Vaishnava streams of blessing within a single sacred object.
