Antique Gau (amulet case) with coral cabochon. The silver front of the box is a embellished the auspicious cloud symbols, and coral. The copper back is plain
30mm wide by 45mm tall including both loops.
Bought in Nepal in 1983.
Tibetan cosmography holds that natural features (mountains, rocks, rivers) and forces (winds, hail, sandstorms) are imbued with spirits that may be beneficial or malignant. The evil ones cause destructive weather, accidents, crop failures, disease and even death.
To protect oneself from these dangers one must make solicit the help of friendly forces for protection against the evil ones. Similar beliefs are shared throughout the region and have ensured the widespread, and enduring, popularity of gau, regardless of religion or national boundaries. The gau usually contain prayers or mantras written on paper or cloth, herbs, medicines, or small objects believed to carry protective energy.
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