The benefits of mammoth ivory
Li Shizhen's Compendium of Materia Medica in Ming Dynasty has confirmed the medicinal efficacy of ivory.
If ivory is ground into powder, it can soothe the nerves and remove dampness and detoxify. In addition, ivory powder can also be used for beauty. Ivory has appeared in Buddhist scriptures many times, and it also has a lofty and sacred position in Buddhism, so ivory has always had symbolic significance such as exorcising evil spirits, calming the nerves and settling down the house. Reflected in the art of tooth carving, the art of tooth carving with Buddhism as the theme naturally becomes a sacred mascot to ward off evil spirits and is deeply loved by people.
It is said that it is like an animal with high yang, and it has more exorcism function in places where yin and evil are frequent. Ivory is the strongest part of an elephant. In traditional culture, it is endowed with special significance in geomantic omen: it can ward off evil spirits, attract wealth and protect the family. If the family is full of yin and yang, putting ivory is also very helpful, which is helpful for people who are sick, depressed and mentally troubled. Of course, this is the apotheosis of the ancients.
Ivory cushion refers to a cushion made of ivory for people to rest. Ivory seats are made of ivory silk and then woven by craftsmen. Used for carving and making exquisite handicrafts; Still keep the original hardness, color and elasticity. Can be used to identify ancient poisons, such as arsenic and discoloration.
Beauty: ivory has good biocompatibility and generally does not cause rejection, but it is gradually abandoned for rhinoplasty because of its high hardness, difficult carving and animal protection.
Ivory ornaments, stamps and even ivory chopsticks once swept the world. It is said that ivory not only has decorative function, but also can ward off evil spirits, so both Tibetan men and women like to wear ivory jewelry.
With the development of the market and the promulgation of relevant laws, mammoth ivory has now become the only ivory category that can be legally traded in the market.