Chinese Brass Ruyi Scepter

Ruyi scepter on a custom base.

• The ruyi (literally meaning "as you wish") is said to carry religious significance as a reminder of a lotus, the sacred flower in Buddhism.
• The head of a scepter is usually an imitation of a lingzhi fungus, a traditional symbol of longevity in China.
• A dragon's head and body adorned with blossoms and birds come together to make this piece.
• Ruyi scepters were often given as gifts because of the auspicious meanings they implied.