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WHITEItem# ST105
Retail Price: US $ 56.99
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MIXED COLORThe scepter in China had not the same meaning like in Europe where it was exclusively used by the sovereign. Originally it could have been a note table of bamboo for the ministers that they held respectfully in their hands in front of the breast during an audience, like the gui ?. In later times, it was made of each possible material but mostly of jade, a stone that symbolizes longevity. The shape of the scepter is taken from a kind of mythological mushroom that was said to give eternal life. In Qing times, the ruyi scepter was used by princes and the Emperor as a symbol of their position.
Ruyi offen find n Quan Yin holds in her left hand , the foremost among auspicious symbols, the ruyi or wish-granting scepter. Ruyi means "as you wish."
The Wu Lou or Gourd is regarded as the mythical item representing longevity. Inside the Wu Lou, is believed to hold the elixir of health and vitality. In Chinese mythology, the Wu Lou is often seen associated with the God of Longevity (Sau Sing) and Ti Kuai Li (one of the Eight Immortals). Today, many Chinese homes have Wu Lou to symbolize a long and healthy life. A beautiful hand carved Wu Lou set in Sterling Silver bail. This is hand carved pendant, size and color of the jade might look slightly different form the picture.
Description:
This unique Feng Shui bracelet has a beautiful Ruyi Jade charm at center with heart shape and Wu Lu bead on both side Strung on a adjustable braided strap. To complete the motif, two jade beads at both ends.
Other Feature Include:
One Size Fits All
Can also ware as Anklet Bracelet
measures approx. 6" to 10" Long.
Jade tube measures 5/8" (15mm) long by 7/16" (11mm) wide
Because of the color of the jade and hand carving. Each bracelet and charm may look slightly different.
Chinese Traditional Silk Pouched for an elegant presentation.