{"product_id":"taoist-bagua-sword-pendant-necklace","title":"Taoist Bagua Shan Gui Sword Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Later Heaven Bagua is paired with a Mountain Ghost coin motif (Chinese: Shan Gui Hua Qian), inspired by traditional Chinese symbolism, and the vintage style is reminiscent of Chinese sword pendants. Combined with its thin design, the silver finish and red highlights, it forms a unique piece of Chinese-inspired jewellery that has a cultural touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it as an individual item of jewellery, or use it with other symbolic jewellery, or as an individual gift to someone who is interested in Taoist culture and Traditional Chinese design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"the-meaning-of-the-pendant\"\u003eThe meaning of the pendant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"later-heaven-bagua-king-wen-bagua\"\u003eLater Heaven Bagua \/ King Wen Bagua\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater Heaven Bagua is the Taoist arrangement of the eight trigrams of traditional Chinese cosmology. It is related to compass directions, Five Elements and life changes, and expresses notions of the relationship between yin and yang, and life changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bagua pattern is a traditional symbol that is incorporated into the design of the pendant, which is shaped like a sword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mountain-ghost-coin-shan-gui-hua-qian\"\u003eMountain Ghost Coin (Shan Gui Hua Qian)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shan Gui Hua Qian motif is related to traditional Chinese folk belief on protection and good fortune, and the folk use of the charm coin. These coins can be designed with special symbols and motifs that are meant to convey a message or a wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt imparts a unique link to Chinese folklore to the pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"sword-inspired-design\"\u003eSword-Inspired Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Taoist ritual practices, swords may be used as symbolic tools to ward off negative influences and negative forces. This miniature sword design pays homage to that heritage and ends up being a pendant with a traditional symbolism, but a very subtle vintage feel to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe meanings of these are culturally and spiritually understood but not guaranteed effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"product-details\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage-inspired, traditional Chinese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sword pendant with Later Heaven Bagua and Shan Gui Hua Qian motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-plated brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver tone with red accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.30\" H × 0.43\" W × 0.12\" D (33 × 11 × 3 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.21 oz (6 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collarbone-length chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"care-for-pendant\"\u003eCare for Pendant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry to keep the plated finish from being damaged by extended contact with chemicals, perfumes, sweat and water. Don't wear the necklace while swimming, showering or exercising. Wear it, then take it off and dry it with a soft cloth and keep it in a dry sealed pouch out of humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"a-meaningful-present-for-lovers-of-chinese-culture\"\u003eA meaningful present for lovers of Chinese culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant's striking design, featuring a sword shape and the Bagua pattern, along with the classic charm coin design, makes it a unique jewelry piece for those who appreciate Taoist-inspired designs, Chinese symbolism, and vintage designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is also a thoughtful present for birthdays, holidays and other events where you'd like to present something with a story to its design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Jewel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49341907009633,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261017-005","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7411\/9265\/files\/taoist-bagua-sword-pendant-necklace.jpg?v=1792228031","url":"https:\/\/www.chinesejewel.com\/products\/taoist-bagua-sword-pendant-necklace","provider":"Chinese Jewel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}