AWESOME vintage Prayer box ring with hidden compartment shrine gilt filigree treasured religious ring

This is the neatest old gilt silver hinged prayer box ring!. Prayer boxes are used by the followers of many faiths, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.  All faiths use prayer boxes to focus the mind on one’s prayerful thoughts or secret wishes, typically by writing down a prayer or wish on a small piece of paper and placing it into the box.   Doing so is believed by the faithful to make these prayers and wishes come true.  Just be careful, for as Oscar WIlde noted, "When the gods wish to punish us, they answer our prayers."It is also possible to place a small religious object inside the prayer box.  A follower of the Hindu faith, for instance, might place a sacred Rudraksha seed,  also known as "Shiva's tear," inside the prayer box.Prayer boxes also have sentimental uses.  For example, a spouse's lock of hair, a small photo of mom, the first lost tooth of your child, and other cherished items can be placed in the box and worn throughout the day as a remembrance of a loved one, here or long departed.  An inspirational thought might also be written down and placed in one’s prayer box, from which strength can be drawn throughout the day.  The tubular top would have held a scroll upon which is written or printed a prayer or sacred symbol.  These scrolls are typically prepared and blessed by a Buddhist priest.  In this use, the gao is not unlike a transportable shrine. In lieu of a prayer, the gao might also be used as a container for holding herbs, stones or other objects believed to have protective powers.    This ring tube measures 1 1/2" long and the ring is a size 8. It can go a little larger since it has a split back. The color is gold and it is silver under the gilt.   Ask about our ten percent off special before you buy, it could save you a lot of money.   VintageSparkles offers Layaway on all our pieces regardless of which site it comes from.All layaway payments will need to be in the form of a check or money order only. Please remember that vintage & antique items are not mint, nor are they perfect but they sure are full of old history and charm. Please use photos to make your decisions and read our policies prior to buying so you can have an excellent experience with us.    Please use this number when ordering jm6018 If you want to see more of these pretties this is the link to my etsy store. http://www.vintagesparkles.etsy.com/