{"product_id":"tibetan-gau-amulet-pendant-925-silver-lapis-coral","title":"Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Tibetan Gau Amulet Pendant Lapis Coral Owl 17.3g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a rare piece of Himalayan spiritual artistry to your collection with this magnificent vintage \u003cstrong\u003e925 sterling silver Tibetan Gau amulet pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring an exceptional abstract owl or protective deity design, this pendant was procured from a private estate and represents the finest tradition of Himalayan silversmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Gau\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cem\u003eGau\u003c\/em\u003e is a traditional Himalayan prayer box or portable shrine — worn close to the body as a vessel for sacred relics, mantras, or protective talismans. This example features a rich, deep blue round lapis lazuli cabochon beautifully offset by a genuine red coral accent at the top. The meticulous silverwork showcases classic Himalayan artisan filigree, heavy rope borders, and stylized wire scrollwork forming the symbolic eyes of the owl. Gau pendants traditionally come in two forms: openable boxes designed to hold sacred contents, and sealed decorative pieces. This example is a \u003cstrong\u003esealed-back pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e and is not designed to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 sterling silver — stamped \"925\" on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lapis lazuli cabochon (round, deep blue) and genuine red coral accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hollow, sealed-back Gau amulet box with excellent 3D depth and presence — \u003cstrong\u003edecorative only; does not open\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide integrated bail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.75 inches from top of bail to bottom rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.3 grams (verified on scale)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibet \/ Himalayan region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. Beautiful, untouched dark tarnish patina in the crevices that perfectly accentuates the handmade artisan details. No damage, repairs, or missing elements. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComparable Market Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e$285 — based on current sold listings on eBay, Etsy, and specialist Himalayan art dealers for vintage 925 sterling silver Tibetan Gau pendants with lapis lazuli and coral in excellent condition of comparable weight and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tibet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49035048517787,"sku":"GGP-097","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0343\/1835\/files\/1C3367BB-914A-40EB-BA5D-F8E9FC6B97A9.jpg?v=1784518398","url":"https:\/\/guavagirlposh.com\/products\/tibetan-gau-amulet-pendant-925-silver-lapis-coral","provider":"GuavaGirlPosh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}