Nine-Tailed Fox Pendant Necklace

The pendant is inspired by the nine-tailed fox of Chinese mythology, and features a vintage style with a silver tone finish. It is designed in a visual style similar to Shan Gui coin charms, and has a unique appearance with Chinese mythological images.

The pendant is crafted from a white copper alloy (Copper-Nickel) and has a thick, coin-like design with a depth of 5mm. It's a unique piece of jewelry for people who are interested in Chinese mythology, traditional Chinese jewelry, and vintage jewelry.

The significance of the Design

The Nine-Tailed Fox (Jiuweihu)

The fox with nine tails is a popular mythological creature in China. The first mention of it is in the Classic of Mountains and Seas (Shan hai jing), where it has auspicious symbolism. It is described in different ways in Chinese literature and folklore, as a good sign or as a crafty and shape-shifting entity.

The nine-tailed fox has become a timeless symbol in traditional jewellery and decorative arts, thanks to this rich and evolving mythology.

Inspiration for Shan Gui Coin Charm

Shan Gui is the name of a character in The Nine Songs (Jiu Ge) of ancient Chinese poetry, which is generally believed to have been composed by Qu Yuan.

The pendant's coin-charm design is inspired by traditional Chinese decorative charms, which are often used to convey auspicious wishes and protective symbols. It is not a statement that this pendant is a true historical artefact, but rather cultural and decorative.

Product Details

• Material: White copper (copper-nickel alloy)
• Finish: Silver-tone electroplating
• Style: Vintage-inspired Chinese mythology jewelry
• Pendant Size: 33 × 25 × 5 mm (1.30 × 0.98 × 0.20 in)
• Pendant Weight: Approximately 15 g (0.53 oz)
• Chain: Chopin chain

The pendant is 33 mm tall, or about 1.3 inches, which is a bit of a statement piece but not too big. It is 5 mm thick and has a weight of about 15 g, which provides a good weight and thickness. The silver-colored finish enhances its classic design inspired by coins.

Care Instructions

Avoid excessive friction or moisture exposure by removing the necklace before showering, swimming, exercising or any other activity that may cause the electroplated finish to wear out. Do not come in contact with chemicals, lotions or perfumes.

After wearing, gently wipe the pendant with a soft, dry cloth; then put it in a dry pouch or jewelry box.

White copper is a nickel containing copper alloy. If you are allergic or sensitive to nickel, be sure to think twice about this material.