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The Kaumodaki is a mace that belongs to the Hindu Bhagwan Vishnu

Meaning : The name Kaumodaki comes from the word Kumuda, which means "water lily". 

Power : The Kaumodaki is considered to be the most powerful mace in Hindu mythology. It represents the power of intellect, time, and knowledge. 

Iconography : Vishnu is often depicted holding the Kaumodaki in one of his four hands. The Kaumodaki is also featured in the iconography of some of Vishnu's avatars. 

Other depictions : In some sculptures, Vishnu is depicted standing next to the Kaumodaki as the gdanari or gadadaevi. Sometimes, the Kaumodaki is also shown in the hands of other deities, such as Krishna, Mātśya, Kurma, Varaha, and Narasimha. 

Ayudhapurusha : The Kaumodaki is one of the weapons that is associated with an ayudhapurusha, a figure that is often depicted in Gupta era and medieval sculptures.