{"product_id":"taoist-gourd-bagua-necklace","title":"Taoist Gourd Bagua Necklace Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Taoist gourd bagua pendant combines two symbols of significance in one traditional style. The gourd (hulu) symbolizes blessings, prosperity, health and protection and the Bagua symbolizes the Eight Trigrams of the I Ching and the principle of yin and yang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant has a detailed gourd-shaped form with a Bagua motif, and an antique silver tone to give a natural aged and vintage appearance. The recesses are dark to accentuate the carvings and provide dimension to the pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"the-gourd-and-bagua-symbol\"\u003eThe Gourd and Bagua Symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGourd (Hulu): The gourd has been a significant symbol in Chinese culture for a long time. It is related to prosperity, health, protection and good fortune. A gourd is traditionally part of the Daoist imagery of immortals. The Chinese character hulu is also traditionally used in conjunction with the auspicious phrase fu lu, which means bliss and good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight Trigrams: The Bagua is a collection of eight trigrams from the I Ching. They are usually associated with nature, transformation and yin and yang. The Bagua is a symbol that can be used in jewelry to represent balance, harmony, and the cycle of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"product-details\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copperplated \u0026amp; Hot-dip Galvanized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique silver tone, with darkened recessed details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese vintage Daoist inspired jewellery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.27\" H × 0.76\" W × 0.75\" D (32.3 × 19.4 × 19 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 0.46 oz (13 g).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e O-link (cable) chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gourd or Bagua pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"care-instructions\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish of the pendant is antique so that it would look old. To store the necklace when not in use: keep dry in a clean dry area. After wearing, gently wipe the pendant with a soft cloth. Do not come in contact with perfume, chlorine, chemicals or with water for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"a-meaningful-gift\"\u003eA Meaningful Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Taoist gourd Bagua necklace is a unique piece for anyone interested in Taoist culture, Chinese symbolism, Taoist I Ching or vintage-inspired jewelry. Additionally, it is a valuable piece for a collection of Chinese cultural or symbolic jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Jewel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48913025171553,"sku":"CJ-PEN-260928-005","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7411\/9265\/files\/taoist-gourd-bagua-necklace.jpg?v=1790606325","url":"https:\/\/www.chinesejewel.com\/products\/taoist-gourd-bagua-necklace","provider":"Chinese Jewel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}