Silver Ghau Pendant with Turquoise and Coral

A richly adorned round silver Ghau pendant: The domed front features delicate twisted filigree scrollwork with a red coral at the center, surrounded by a ring of alternating turquoise and red cabochons set in beaded wire. Turquoise and coral are among the most highly prized materials in Tibetan culture. A ghau (also known as a gao) is a portable Tibetan amulet case used to hold prayer texts, blessed fabrics, or a yantra diagram. The pendant can be opened and closed again. Handcrafted in a traditional workshop in Nepal.

Height 44 mm (including eyelet) · Width 28 mm · Depth 15 mm · Eyelet ⌀ approx. 4 mm · Silver (925) · Turquoise · Coral · Handcrafted in Nepal