12 year animals carved on grip The morin khuur (Mongolian: морин хуур), also known as the horsehead fiddle, is a traditional Mongolian bowed stringed instrument. It is one of the most important musical instruments of the Mongol people, and is considered a symbol of the Mongolian nation. The morin khuur is one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity identified by UNESCO The morin khuur is a piece of art. Hand crafted from start to finish, these instruments are full of detail and just breath traditional Mongolian culture. It's a stunning instrument to look at and a beautiful instrument to listen to.