Tibetan Gao boxes are an ancient jewelry item, worn as a personal shrine. The back opens to reveal a roomy box in which one would keep amulets. The portability to this religious object made mindfulness ever-present. 

This particular example is vibrant and stunning with the deep tomato red coral and beautifully veined Chinese turquoise

Material: Sterling silver, turquoise, coral

Measurements: 2" L x 2.25" W x 1" H

Age: C. 1970