Item Tag: China

One Vintage Chinese Rose Quartz Carved Pendant NecklacePink Cord without ClaspEndless Chinese Knot with Double silk tasselFrom Old Stock Supply Never Worn21″ Long from top to end of tassel Carved oval 45mm x 35mm approximatelyDouble Gourd with leaves carved on both sides This listing is for ONE Necklace. I do have multiples in this Necklace so if you are interested in more please tell me and I can combine shipping for you. These necklaces are vintage stock so once they are gone they are gone. These are natural gemstone so there will be slight unique variations in color and inclusions. If you would like to see the exact necklace before I ship it please let me know and I can send you a photo before I send it. Otherwise I will select one from a similar lot of the one in the photo. This necklace would make the perfect gift for someone you love, a mother, a teacher, a friend or yourself! Please look at the photos carefully and message me with any questions. ABOUT THE BOTTLE GOURD SYMBOLISM: In terms of history, gourds 葫芦 (hú lu) were dried and used for keeping or transporting water, wine, medicines and magic potions. However, as with many other objects and symbols in Chinese beliefs, they also had a homophonic relationship with another “hu”: 护 (hù), signifying protection and blessing (祜 hù). Thus, gourds in China were used as charms for scaring away malefic spirits and diseases. In other Chinese dialects, “hu” is pronounced fù (福), the well-known character for happiness and good luck. Therefore, the combination fulu (福禄 – fú lù) means “happiness and high social status”.In Asia, in general, there is a specific technique of tying gourds with a rope from when they are very small, so that they grow into the figure 8, a lucky number in China.The fact that gourds are growing and reproducing at a fast pace is an additional reason for them to be considered auspicious, signifying prosperity.In Daoism, the shape of the gourd represents the sky and the earth, the infinite, the universe, a magical world, a parallel universe, or an entry into another world, where immortals or persons practicing Daoism can travel to – signifying self-content and sufficiency. There are old Chinese stories describing people accidentally taking small and narrow paths to enter a magical world, where people enjoy peace and long life. In some Chinese parks and gardens, gourd shaped gates are common, along with other shapes with various symbols.Above excerpts from TheChairmansBao blog article “the history of gourds in China”CRYSTAL MEANINGS FolkLORE OF ROSE QUARTZKeywords: LOVERose quartz is often called the “Love Stone.” It’s energetic hallmark is that of unconditional love that opens the heart chakra. This makes rose quartz a stone for every type of love: self-love, family, platonic, romantic, and unconditional. As a variety of quartz, rose quartz has high energy, and this strong energy can enhance love in virtually any situation.This stone of unconditional love that opens the heart chakra to all forms of love: self-love, family love, platonic love, and romantic love. The high energy of quartz gives rose quartz the property of enhancing love in virtually any situation. Bringing love in to life and daily situations not only brings inner warmth, but it also lowers stress and soothes those around it. Rose quartz is a very happy and loving stone.In the psychic and spiritual realms, rose quartz is often used to attract love, for love spells and charms. It is also used to ease the process of transition in dying to make the transition gentle and surrounded by the unconditional love of the Divine. Rose quartz can also be helpful for dream recall and dream work.Rose quartz is used to raise self-esteem and a strong sense of self-worth. Its loving energies teach us to apply this love to ourselves and thereby find ourselves more worthy. Via meanings.crystalsandjewelry I have a large collection of Asian, mostly Chinese beads, jewelry and other antiques that I will be auctioning in the next few months so please take a look at my other listings and save me to your seller list. Please email me with questions in advance of bidding. Ask for international shipping costs in advance. I will only ship to buyers with excellent feedback and international shipping will need to be USPS Express International and insured, unless previously agreed upon. All sales are final unless I have made a mistake or misrepresented an item in the listing. All items are in used condition unless stated otherwise. There may be slight blemishes from age or use but any major flaws will be pointed out in the description. Please see my other listings. Thank you!