{"product_id":"taoist-celestial-master-zhang-pendant-necklace","title":"Taoist Celestial Master Zhang Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis traditionally styled pendant is composed of the Taoist concept of the Celestial Master Zhang ( Zhang Tianshi) and the Heavenly Official Blessing (Tianguan Cifu) motif. The pendant features white copper with an antiqued finish in silver and gold, emphasizing the recessed contours and adding a traditional, vintage feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is attached with a piece of leather cord, and can be suitable gift to someone interested in Taoism or traditional Chinese symbolism, also be a meaningful piece of Chinese Taoist-inspired jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"the-significance-of-the-design\"\u003eThe significance of the design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelestial Master Zhang ( Zhang Tianshi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, Zhang Daoling, also called Zhang Tianshi or Celestial Master Zhang, is considered to be the founder of one of the early organized traditions of Taoism, the Way of the Celestial Masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is depicted in Taoist religious and folk beliefs, and is believed to have protective powers, strength, and peace. A pendant with Celestial Master Zhang on it is a form of acknowledging these traditional cultural values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e天官赐福 (Tiān guān Cì fú): Heavenly Official Blessing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first of the Taoist tradition, Three Officials, is known as Tianguan Cifu, which translates to “The Heavenly Official Bestows Blessings”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavenly Official is linked to blessings, good fortune and prosperity. This motif is commonly used in traditional Chinese culture as a symbol for wishes of happiness, good fortune, and a good life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"product-details\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage, antiqued\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntiqued silver and gold tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.57\" H × 0.77\" W × 0.17\" thick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetric Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 × 19.5 × 4.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.63 oz (18 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"traditional-inspired-craftsmanship\"\u003eTraditional-Inspired Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antiquing process on the pendant darkens the recessed areas of the relief, thus accentuating the details of the traditional design. The shades of silver and gold give it an aged and vintage look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant feels solid at 18g, but is still comfortable for daily wear. The finish will naturally change over time as a result of continued use and give the finished piece a unique vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-care-for-your-pendant\"\u003eHow to Care for Your Pendant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter wearing, gently wipe the pendant with soft, dry cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid water, perfumes, lotions, and excess perspiration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave for too long in moist places and try and keep the antique finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen not wearing the necklace, store it in a dry area and make sure to keep the leather cord dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"a-geniune-taoist-inspired-gift\"\u003eA GENIUNE Taoist Inspired GIFT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose who like Taoism, traditional Chinese culture, Chinese symbolism or vintage jewelry will find this Celestial Master Zhang pendant to be a nice present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pendant combines the imagery of Celestial Master Zhang with the Heavenly Official Blessing to create a unique piece of Chinese inspired jewelry, either as a cultural accessory or for its traditional symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Jewel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48915181174881,"sku":"CJ-PEN-260928-007","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7411\/9265\/files\/taoist-celestial-master-zhang-pendant-necklace4.jpg?v=1790609175","url":"https:\/\/www.chinesejewel.com\/products\/taoist-celestial-master-zhang-pendant-necklace","provider":"Chinese Jewel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}