During various Taoist rituals, certain musical instruments and ritual articles are used. Seen most often are Taoist vestments such as the ritual rives and headdress; musical instruments such as drums, bells and chime stones; exorcism objects such as swords, seals and talismans; incense burner tables, scrolls and streamers, etc. The major ritual objects are swords, seals and talismans.

(China.org.cn April 20, 2007)