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Authentic Dharma Treasures from Tibet

Gawu Prayer Boxes

Explore handcrafted Tibetan Gawu Prayer Boxes, also known as Gau or Ghau prayer boxes. Traditionally worn as portable shrines, they are designed to hold miniature Buddha statues or sacred keepsakes close to the heart. Discover authentic prayer box pendants inspired by Tibetan Buddhist art and handcrafted using traditional Himalayan techniques.

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An ornate antique-style gold-toned metal box with intricate relief carvings and a small seated Buddha figurine beside it on a dark reflective surface, with blurred green leaves and red berries in the background. An ornate antique gold-toned pendant necklace featuring a detailed Ganesha design set in a box-like locket with a silver chain, shown against a dark, blurred festive background.
Handcrafted Tibetan Brass Gawu Prayer Box Pendant with Miniature Buddha
$956.00
An ornate gold-toned decorative box or pendant with carved scrollwork, a transparent front panel showing a small figurine inside, and small red and blue gemstone accents, photographed against a black background with green foliage at the side. An ornate gold-toned decorative box with carved detailing, a clear front panel showing a small figurine inside, and red and blue gemstone accents, photographed on a reflective black surface with green foliage in the background.
Handcrafted Tibetan Gawu Prayer Box Pendant with Miniature Buddha Statue
$1,035.00

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Tibetan Sterling Silver Kṣitigarbha Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Sterling Silver Kṣitigarbha Gawu Box Pendant
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Tibetan Sterling Silver Avalokiteshvara Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Sterling Silver Avalokiteshvara Gawu Box Pendant
Tibetan Sterling Silver Avalokiteshvara Gawu Box Pendant
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Tibetan Sterling Silver Samantabhadra Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Sterling Silver Samantabhadra Gawu Box Pendant
Tibetan Sterling Silver Samantabhadra Gawu Box Pendant
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Tibetan Sterling Silver Zakiram Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Sterling Silver Zakiram Gawu Box Pendant
Tibetan Sterling Silver Zakiram Gawu Box Pendant
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Tibetan Sterling Silver Green Tara Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Sterling Silver Green Tara Gawu Box Pendant
Tibetan Sterling Silver Green Tara Gawu Box Pendant
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Green Tara Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace Tibetan Hand-Carved Green Tara Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Shuiyue Guanyin Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace Tibetan Hand-Carved Shuiyue Guanyin Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Padmasambhava Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace Tibetan Hand-Carved Padmasambhava Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Shakyamuni Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace Tibetan Hand-Carved Shakyamuni Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
Tibetan Hand-Carved Shakyamuni Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Avalokitesvara Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace Tibetan Hand-Carved Avalokitesvara Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
Tibetan Hand-Carved Avalokitesvara Silver Gawu Box Pendant Necklace
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Tibetan Hand-Carved Zakiram Silver Gawu Box Pendant Tibetan Hand-Carved Zakiram Silver Gawu Box Pendant
Tibetan Hand-Carved Zakiram Silver Gawu Box Pendant
From $1,354.00
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Hand-Painted Thangka Buddha Pendant Necklace Hand-Painted Thangka Buddha Pendant Necklace
Hand-Painted Thangka Buddha Pendant Necklace
$558.00
QiLing Aura Hand-Carved Tibetan Buddhist Zakiram Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box) QiLing Aura Hand-Carved Tibetan Buddhist Zakiram Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
QiLing Aura Hand-Carved Tibetan Buddhist Zakiram Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
$398.00
QiLing Aura Hand-Painted 3D Teardrop Tibetan Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box) QiLing Aura Hand-Painted 3D Teardrop Tibetan Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
QiLing Aura Hand-Painted 3D Teardrop Tibetan Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
$398.00
QiLing Aura Hand-Painted Thangka Copper Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box) QiLing Aura Hand-Painted Thangka Copper Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
QiLing Aura Hand-Painted Thangka Copper Buddha Pendant Necklace (Gawu Box)
$478.00

What is a Gawu

A Gawu (also spelled Gau or Ghau) is a traditional Tibetan prayer box worn as a pendant to carry sacred objects close to the heart.
For centuries, travelers and practitioners have used Gawu boxes to hold miniature images, written prayers, herbs, or other cherished keepsakes, making them one of the most recognizable forms of Tibetan devotional jewelry.

Two ornate decorative boxes with small seated deity figurines displayed in front, one in polished gold and one in silver-toned metal, set against a black background with green foliage at the upper right.

Gawu Prayer Boxes

Discover handcrafted Gawu Prayer Boxes, traditional Tibetan prayer box pendants inspired by centuries of Himalayan craftsmanship and Buddhist culture. Originally designed to hold sacred scriptures, miniature images, herbs, or personal keepsakes, Gawu pendants have long been carried as meaningful companions on life's journey.

Handcrafted Tibetan Prayer Box Inspired by Himalayan Tradition

At QiLing Aura, each piece is handcrafted by skilled Tibetan artisans using traditional materials such as sterling silver, Tibetan silver, brass, and hand-painted artwork. Whether featuring Green Tara, Mahakala, Vairocana, Medicine Buddha, or the Eight Auspicious Symbols, every Gawu reflects the rich artistic heritage of Tibet.