Green Tara · SP-034 — SP-034 — The piece

Gau Box · Gold-plated copper

Green Tara Gau Box · SP-034

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Green Tara · sp-034

The piece

Width	2.2 cm
Height	3.84 cm
Thickness	1.17 cm
Net weight	20 g
Width	2.2 cm
Height	3.84 cm
Thickness	1.17 cm
Net weight	20 g
Material	Gold-plated copper
Figure	Green Tara
Reference	sp-034

The work

Chain and pendant separate

Opening mechanism: Cannot be opened.

Use: Gau box, wearable.

About this work

Product Overview

This pendant uses a classic shrine-style structure, with a black-and-gold frame outlining a miniature temple hall. A green center stone is set at the top of the shrine, black and white gems alternate down both sides, and scrolling foliage unfolds layer upon layer along the edges, combining the dignity of a Tibetan shrine with the refinement of a jewelry pendant.

Inside the shrine is a gilded female deity wearing a jeweled crown and necklaces, with a gentle, dignified posture, and lotus stems and decorative flowers and leaves on either side. Judging by the overall form, it is closest to the Tara theme common in Tibetan Buddhist art. In Tibetan Buddhism Tara is often seen as a symbol of compassion, rescue, protection and swift response to prayers.

> Note: Because the facial details are not visible, it can only be identified as a "Tara-type figure" from the posture, crown, lotus and overall form. If the product is actually Green Tara, White Tara or another female deity, adjust according to the specific name.

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Key Selling Points

Tara theme, symbolizing gentle protection

In Tibetan Buddhism Tara carries a very personal protective meaning, often symbolizing compassion, rescue from hardship, safety and growing favorable conditions.

Shrine-style pendant, a small portable sanctuary

The shrine form is like a miniature temple hall holding the deity, suitable as an accessory and also valuable for collecting and gifting.

Gilded figure with a gentle, dignified presence

The golden figure combined with the compassionate image of a female deity gives a warm, bright and approachable look.

Lotus elements, symbolizing purity and good connections

The lotus is an important element common in Tara statues, symbolizing staying pure amid afflictions and giving rise to good connections and hope on life's path.

Black-and-gold gem frame, upscale and refined

The black frame makes the golden figure stand out, and the gem inlays add a jewelry feel, suiting both daily wear and formal occasions.

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Cultural Story and Meaning

Tara, often called "Drolma" in Tibetan, is one of the most revered female deities in Tibetan Buddhism. Her image is usually gentle yet firm, symbolizing both compassion and the power to act. Many traditions hold that Tara responds swiftly to the prayers of beings, helping people leave fear, obstacles and unease behind.

If protectors mostly represent "majesty and breaking obstacles," Tara is more like a gentle and timely protection. She does not crush difficulties with fierce force; rather, through compassion, wisdom and skillful means, she helps people settle down from fear and find direction amid confusion.

The lotus, jeweled crown, gilded form and shrine structure in this piece together form a gentle yet dignified blessing:

May you be protected when uneasy, safe when traveling far, wise when choosing, and meet good connections often in life.

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Gift Suggestions

This Tara shrine pendant can be gifted away from the usual "opening, housewarming, career" occasions, and is better suited to expressing a delicate, thoughtful blessing of long-term companionship.

Best suited to these new occasions:

For someone about to live on their own

Such as a young person leaving home for school for the first time, moving to an unfamiliar city or starting an independent job. Tara's meaning is not forceful shelter but gentle companionship, ideal for saying "may you feel at ease even on your own."

For a friend recovering their well-being

If they have been through stress, a low period, insomnia or emotional exhaustion, this pendant can be a comforting gift, symbolizing slow recovery, regained calm and being surrounded by kindness.

For a mother or female elder

Tara herself symbolizes compassion, protection and feminine wisdom, ideal for expressing gratitude and blessings to a mother, aunt or teacher: may she be happy in body and mind, with peaceful years.

For someone about to give birth or become a mother

Provided it respects her beliefs and cultural comfort, this gentle protective theme is fitting for wishing safety, smooth progress and good health for mother and child.

For people who care for others over the long term

Such as doctors, counselors, teachers, nurses and charity workers. Tara symbolizes compassion and care, fitting for those who are always lighting the way for others and also need gentle protection.

This is a gift for "people who need a gentle blessing." It does not emphasize sharpness or rush to express success; it places safety, good connections and calm in the spot closest to the heart.

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Wearing and Styling Suggestions

With a fine gold chain: looks gentle and refined, suited to women's daily wear.

With a black cord: brings out the Tibetan, protective feel of the shrine pendant.

With plain-colored clothing: off-white, dark green, black and caramel all set off the golden figure.

Good to wear close to the body: as an everyday companion pendant, no need to be showy; its point is a sense of calm.

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Width	2.2 cm
Height	3.84 cm
Thickness	1.17 cm
Net weight	20 g
Width	2.2 cm
Height	3.84 cm
Thickness	1.17 cm
Net weight	20 g
Use and presentation	Gau box, wearable
Opening mechanism	Cannot be opened
Material	Gold-plated copper
Figure	Green Tara
Reference	sp-034

A note on what this is

We present these objects as works of art and describe their subjects and craftsmanship. We make no claim that ownership will change your circumstances.

General craft background

Product Craftsmanship Notes

This series of statues, gau boxes and pendants is made on the basis of traditional Buddhist art forms. The main body comes in two materials: gold-plated copper and gold-plated silver. The products emphasize handwork and detailed finishing, so each finished piece varies slightly in pattern, color and hand-made marks.

Main Production Processes

Material Selection and Blank Making

Copper or silver is chosen for the body blank according to the design. Three-dimensional pieces such as statues and gau boxes are usually first shaped by molding or casting; pendants and thin plaque-style pieces may combine pressing, chasing and soldering to form the base structure.

Hand Finishing and Shaping

Artisans hand-finish the blank, removing edge burrs, correcting outlines and refining seams, and they detail the faces, garment folds, lotus petals, halos and auspicious motifs so the form is more three-dimensional and the lines more natural.

Hand Carving and Chasing Details

Decorative patterns are completed through hand chasing, carving and partial fine engraving; complex patterns may be pre-formed and then refined detail by detail by the artisan. Some designs also involve hand soldering, joining and assembly, showing the layered character of traditional metalwork.

Inlay and Structural Assembly

Depending on the design, gau boxes, haloed statues and some pendants are paired with imitation gemstones, glass or other decorative materials. Inlaying, hinge connections, bail soldering and opening mechanisms are all assembled, adjusted and reinforced by hand.

Gilding and Surface Treatment

After grinding, polishing and cleaning, the finished piece is gold-plated:

Gold-plated copper: copper body with a gold-tone plated surface, giving a warm, antique overall luster.

Gold-plated silver: silver body with a gold-tone plated surface, giving a finer, brighter metallic feel.

Some products receive partial antiquing, color wiping, color filling or polishing according to the design, to bring out the layers of the pattern and a classical texture.

Hand Quality Check and Finishing

Artisans inspect each piece for form, pattern, inlay security, solder points and opening function, then clean, protect and package it.

Notes on Handcraft

This product involves many manual steps, such as blank finishing, chasing, carving, soldering, inlaying, polishing, color wiping and assembly. Slight differences may therefore exist between pieces, including the depth of patterns, the tone of the gold, local hand-made textures or faint solder marks. These are normal results of handwork and make every piece unique.

General condition and aftercare guidance

Our jewelry and statue products are mostly made with processes such as hand-made blanks, fine laser engraving, casting, hand polishing, fire-gilding / gold plating, hand coloring or antiquing. Every piece is visually inspected before shipping, and we do our best to send pieces that are complete and look good overall.

Because of the nature of handwork, metal casting and surface treatment, slight differences exist between batches and between pieces. The following are normal craft characteristics and are generally not considered quality problems:

Slight deviations in size, weight or proportion;

Slight hand-made differences in details such as local patterns, facial features, garment folds or ritual implements;

Local color differences, a fine grainy texture or natural variations in luster;

Light and dark color differences, textures, mottling or local oxidation produced by hand antiquing or aging treatment;

Slight differences in the position and color of local coloring, gemstone / glass ornaments and inlaid decorations;

Due to lighting, screen display and batch differences, the actual color may differ slightly from the photos.

The following are condition defects; please contact us promptly after receipt:

The product has obvious breaks, deformation, severe dents or damage that affects how it stands;

Obvious detachment or loss of the statue body, base, ritual implements, ornaments, etc.;

Large areas of lost gilding, severe fading, obvious scratches or unacceptable stains on the surface;

The style, material or size received clearly does not match the order;

The item differs obviously and substantially from the product display.

Please check the appearance and accessories as soon as you receive the package. If you find transit damage or an obvious quality problem, keep the product, packaging and unboxing photos / video, and contact us promptly. For products confirmed to have a shipping error, transit damage or an obvious condition problem, we will actively offer a reshipment, exchange or another appropriate after-sales solution.

Kind reminder: The value of a hand-made statue lies in its details, texture and the uniqueness of each piece, so we cannot guarantee that every piece is exactly identical to the photos or samples; we will ensure that the products we ship meet normal sales standards in overall form, completeness and display effect.