Charm Box
19th century (made)
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An amulet case or ga'u that was used to contain rolled prayers and blessed or holy objects believed to protect the wearer from evil. Such boxes were worn suspended on a strap or sash across the shoulder or around the neck when travelling.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Hammered and chased copper |
| Brief description | Ga'u made of hammered and chased copper, in the form of a bean, E.Tibet, 19th century. |
| Physical description | Charm box (Ga'u) made of hammered and chased copper, in the form of a bean. It is ornamented with scrollwork, which extends along the sides by the handles. Each handle consists of three rings, seperated by beading. |
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| Summary | An amulet case or ga'u that was used to contain rolled prayers and blessed or holy objects believed to protect the wearer from evil. Such boxes were worn suspended on a strap or sash across the shoulder or around the neck when travelling. |
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| Accession number | IM.79-1929 |
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| Record created | February 3, 2006 |
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