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A ghau box (Gau/Gawu) is a small, portable prayer box used in Tibetan Buddhism as a protective amulet and …
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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. The box contains protective objects like mantras, images of deities, prayers, or herbs, in order to protect the wearer. Crafted in coin silver with turquoise and coral cabochons. Crafted of repousse coin silver and mounted with turquoise and coral cabochons. This antique ghat box is decorated with a seated, multi-arm Buddhist deity in a niche.
COLOR(S)
Turquoise blue, coral red, silver
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Tibet, China | Asia
DATE
19th century
DIMENSIONS
Width 4.25 Depth 1.25 Height 5.25 inches
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- Dimensions
- 4.25ʺW × 1.25ʺD × 5.25ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- 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 upon request. less
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