Silver Ghau Pendant with Turquoise and Coral

A richly adorned silver Ghau pendant with a cross-shaped outline: The square central section features a turquoise cabochon set in delicate twisted filigree and endless knot work; each of the four flared lobes is set with a red coral.

In Tibetan culture, turquoise and coral are among the most highly prized materials.

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 37 mm (including eyelet) · Width 37 mm · Depth 13 mm · Eyelet ⌀ approx. 5 mm · Silver (925) · Turquoise · Coral · Handcrafted in Nepal