ALL REASONABLE MAKE SENSE OFFERS WILL BE ENTERTAINED SO DO NOT HESITATE TO SUBMIT YOUR OFFER OR ASK QUESTIONS!!! ATTENTION!!! This Sale Is For A RELIGIOUS ITEM. It is an ANTIQUE religious item THAT WAS issued by an official Buddhist School or Organization, Guarantee Genuine. THIS IS NOT A MASS REPRODUCTION OR COPY!!! Offered for your consideration here is what is known as a Gohonzon Buddhist scroll used in worship in various Nichiren Buddhist Sects. All the Nichiren sects of this Buddhism venerate the founder 13th century priest known as Nichiren Daishonin (Nichiren Shonin in some sects). They focus their prayers towards the scroll and chant the words Nam Myoho Renge Kyo (some sects say Namu followed by Myoho Renge Kyo). The scroll measures approx: 12.90 inches by 38.50 inches. The scroll offered here is from 1782 AND 1753 (COMBO MOUNTED TOGETHER ONTO ONE BROCADE) and is the version of the Nichiren mandala issued by the Nichiren Shu branch of Nichiren Buddhism. The 2 Gohonzon's were remounted onto a newer brocade sometime in the early 1900's. It is in Good condition given it's age with some wrinkles and creases and pin holes, stains ETC.........a very nice example of a Gohonzon. The character area may be slightly darkened due to prayers from incense burning. It is unusual scroll as there are 2 different dated mandala's attached to one scroll brocade. It was most likely issued at a later time around the end of the 18th century. A stunningly very beautiful Gohonzon scroll you have see and appreciate!!! Under no circumstance will we entertain returns once you have made up your mind and purchase so ask questions. This is a fantastic example of a Buddhist scroll as you can see in the scan. Don't miss out on acquiring this treasure!!! We have various other Buddhist items up for either bid or fixed price with option to best offer.......we invite you check them out and if interested, do not hesitate to place your bid or best offer......all make sense offers will be entertained. A Note To All: The Gohonzon Buddhist scroll listed here is genuine meaning it was officially issued by the Buddhist School or Organization. IT IS NOT A COPY. Be sure to ask the seller if the Buddhist scroll you are purchasing is genuine and not a reproduction. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST and HAPPY SHOPPING!!! Payment is to be received to us no later than 2 days after your purchase transaction(s) of the item(s) is complete. YOU MUST make arrangements and contact us if you cannot make this timeline. NOTE: The item(s) you win in our sale FORMAT, CANNOT be combined together with the item(s) you purchase in our STORE FORMAT for shipping discount. The shipping fees for both selling formats ARE and WILL be calculated separately. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We try and respond to all your questions, but sometimes it takes time. All positive feedback at the end of your transaction(s) is sincerely appreciated and WE WILL ALWAYS reciprocate back to you in kind. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR OTHER ITEMS IN THE STORE! Thank you for your interest and support! Powered by Turbo Lister ATTENTION: All shipments going outside the USA amounting to $40.00USD or more MAY BE SUBJECT to be shipped via Registered Mail, therefore your ship/handling fee will be adjusted accordingly depending in which country you live in. If you do not want this, then we will ship the most economical way AND YOU will assume the responsibility for loss or damage (WE WILL request that you state this in your checkout message) Sorry to have to do this, but recent matters warrant us taking this action. If you do not agree to this, THEN PLEASE DO NOT BUY. Thank You for your understanding! International Buyers ? Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.