Description
1 1/2 inches in diameter, this large gau has ample room inside to hold precious objects. It is made of brushed metal and comes in three colors. The mantra OM MANI PADME HUNG is written in Tibetan on the front and there is an embossed floral design on the back. The gau locks closed with a threaded pin.
Gau: Tib. གའུ gau, is a Tibetan amulet or locket that contains holy relics, prayers, images, and other sacred substances. Smaller gau can be worn around the neck while larger ones are placed on shrines.