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This antique box is hand crafted of coin silver with turquoise and coral cabochons. A ghau box (Gau/Gawu) is …
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DETAILS
This antique box is hand crafted of coin silver with turquoise and coral cabochons. A ghau box (Gau/Gawu) is a small, portable prayer box used in Tibetan Buddhism as a protective amulet and a personal shrine to hold sacred items. Worn as a jewelry pendant or jewelry, it is believed to ward off negative energy. It would contain sacred objects like mantras, images of deities, prayers, to protect the wearer.
COLOR(S)
Blue, coral red, silver
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Tibet, China | East Asia
DATE
19th century
DIMENSIONS
Width 6 Depth 1.25 Height 7 inches
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 1.25ʺD × 7ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Coral
- Silver
- Turquoise
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Note: antique item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any … moreNote: antique item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions, or provide a detailed condition report or additional photos or video upon request. less
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