A client and friend who participates in our annual Resource Industry Calendar Photo Contest shared a photo from across the world.
We met Dan while working on the EHS Management System at Centerra Gold’s Boroo Gold Mine.
The photo displays a number of traditional Mongolian items, and Dan was gracious enough to take this photo and explain the symbolism behind each item.
Thank you, Dan for your continued support!
Knuckle Bones |
Depending on which side lands upwards the bone is determined to be either a horse, camel, sheep or goat. The combination of animals predicts your fate. |
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Snuff Bottle |
Used in formal greetings, passed between greeters. |
Silver Bowl |
Used ceremonially for drinking horse milk vodka during ceremonial occasions |
Blue Sash |
Symbolizes the Eternal Mongolian Blue Sky. The sash can be found tied to trees and rocks as a means of bargaining with the spirits. |