The Serpentine Stone Kuripe is a beautifully crafted tool designed specifically for self-administering Hapé. Unlike the Tepi, which is used to administer Hapé to another person, the Kuripe allows for personal, intimate engagement with this sacred medicine. Typically featuring a single nostril design, the Kuripe is compact, often measuring approximately 3.5 inches on the long side and 2.5–3 inches on the short side, making it portable for use in personal ceremonies or meditative practices. Crafted from serpentine stone, this Kuripe is both functional and symbolic. Serpentine, a magnesium silicate mineral, is renowned for its deep green hues and intricate, snake-like patterns, which give it its name from the Latin serpens (snake). Its translucent quality, waxy luster, and ability to be polished make it a favored material for ornamental and spiritual objects. In the context of the Kuripe, serpentine enhances the ritual experience, aligning with the transformative and grounding properties of Hapé.
