Gau, Small Contemporary Design with Coral and Turquoise Inlay, Round 27mm Diameter
SKU: ASF-184
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$39.00
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Description
- Small round, silver, contemporary style amulet case, aka Gau
- 27mm diameter, with designs on front and back, coral and turquoise on front
- Only one available
- Gau usually contain prayers or mantras on parchment or cloth, herbal medicines or other protective substances.
- To open this one, gently unscrew the pin at the bottom and the case will open, the bail at the top is also the hinge.
- Although the amulet container known as ga’u originated in Tibet, it is widely used by Hindus and others, as well as Buddhists throughout the Himalayan region.