Beautiful Silverwork Ghau ~ GAU PENDANT ~ Unique Amulet

BEAUTIFUL! From the himalayan kingdom of Nepal, this is a beautiful and unique 92.5 silver gau pendant. It is set with pieces of turquoise stone and himalayan red coral. The ghau measures over 1 3/4" high x 1 1/8" wide. Gau amulets were traditionally worn by pilgrams and used to carry an image of Buddha, prayers, or Tibetan medicine. This 'hidden box' silver locket comes inside the pictured stone box from India that measures 2" wide. A totally unique gift set brought to you from Hither & Yon...

Turquoise is a porous, non-translucent, semi-precious stone found in solid masses in the cracks of aluminum-rich rock. It is actually a hydrated phosphate of copper & aluminum and can range in color from sky blue to green. The name Turquoise is possibly from the French word pierre turquin for "blue stone", or from Turquie, the french word for Turkey where it is thought to have been discovered. The oldest turquoise mines are located in Alimersai Mountain in Persia (Iran) and in the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. Turquoise is found in desert regions worldwide. According to legend, Native Americans believed if turquoise was affixed to their bow, the arrow would always hit its mark. They also believed turquoise would bring happiness and good fortune. Turquoise has a hardness of 6 and a specific gravity of 2.60-2.85. Turquoise is the national gemstone of Iran and is one of December's birthstones.

Himalayan red coral is the symbol of blood and perseverance in human life. The gemstone is related to Mars and its zodiac signs are the Aries and the Scorpio. Coral gemstone is said to increase many virtues like courage, perseverance, and increase ones ability to face and resolve difficult circumstances. Coral gemstone is also said to be an ideal gem for a happy marital life. In Buddhism coral is believed to be generally good, and the Tibetans and Tibeto-Nepalese regarding of it as a good investment, and believe that the person who wears coral will have success in life. The color red is auspicious in Tibetan culture. It is a sacred color, one of the colors of the five Buddhas and the color of the monk's garments. It is believed to have protective qualities and is therefore often used to paint sacred buildings. In neighboring China, coral is a symbol of longevity.

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