Antique Tibetan Gaus
In this section you will find a collection of antique or old wearable amulet containers that are known in Tibet and the Himalayas as gau, ghau or ga'u. They are traditionally worn for personal adornment and they are believed to invoke spiritual blessings and protection for the wearer. Many were also worn as portable shrines by pilgrims and nomadic Tibetans. A gau usually contains sacred relics, mantras on paper, images of deities and revered gurus or small statues and Tsa Tsa. They are typically crafted from silver, copper, brass and wood and the more ornate ones may also be gilded with gold or mounted with gemstones such as turquoise and coral.
