{"product_id":"taoist-seal-bagua-pendant-necklace","title":"Taoist Seal Bagua Pendant Necklace | Chinese Taoist Jewelry","description":"\u003cp\u003eElevate your jewelry with some traditional Chinese symbols with this vintage style Taoist seal pendant necklace. The pendant is square and has been made of antique white copper, with raised relief decoration on both sides, one with a red character written Shun (顺) and the other with a Bagua decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a massive square shape that is drawn from the traditional Chinese visual language, and Taoist ritual objects. The silver and gold aged finish accentuates the engraved and raised elements, adding an antique appearance to the pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"traditional-symbolism\"\u003eTraditional Symbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShun (顺) Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elevated Chinese character \u003cstrong\u003e顺 (Shun)\u003c\/strong\u003e may mean “smooth,” “favorable” or “going along with the flow.” The character is often used in Chinese culture to symbolize wishes for things to go well and harmoniously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe character is lacquered with red to highlight it, giving it a Chinese traditional color accent to the antique pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBagua Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant has an Eight \u003cstrong\u003eTrigrams (Bagua)\u003c\/strong\u003e design on the back, one of the most popular symbols known in traditional Chinese philosophy and Taoism. The geometric pattern is layered, creating a sense of depth and adding to the overall balance and harmony of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakes inspiration from Chinese Seal Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe square shape and raised character design is derived from traditional Chinese seals, which have been used in Chinese art, calligraphy and culture for a long time. This creates a unique look from the traditional Western style necklace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White copper (copper-nickel alloy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antiqued silver- and gold-tone finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised Shun character with red enamel-style detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagua \/ Eight Trigrams motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-hole pendant design with brass-tone jump rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chopin chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, Chinese traditional, Taoist-inspired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"specifications\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.941%; height: 137.157px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWhite copper (copper-nickel alloy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePendant Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1.34 × 1.34 × 0.15 in (34 × 34 × 3.7 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eApprox. 0.56 oz (16 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAntiqued silver and gold tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eChain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eChopin chain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.6358%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 73.9455%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eShun character and Bagua\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"a-useful-part-of-the-chinese-jewelry\"\u003eA Useful Part of the Chinese Jewelry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who love Chinese culture, Taoist symbolism, traditional seal art or one-of-a-kind statement jewellery, this pendant is a special way to add traditional Chinese design into the fold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe square shape and intricate design could make it an ideal gift or personal accessory for someone with an interest in Chinese traditions and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"care-instructions\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter wearing, gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Prevent long-term exposure to water, perfume, lotion and other chemicals to maintain the antique finish and red detailing. Keep the necklace in a dry pouch or jewelry box when not wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This piece is cultural and decorative jewelry based on the traditional Chinese and Taoist symbols. It is not designed to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Jewel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48908308349025,"sku":"CJ-PEN-260928-001","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7411\/9265\/files\/taoist-seal-pendant-necklace4.jpg?v=1790600603","url":"https:\/\/www.chinesejewel.com\/products\/taoist-seal-bagua-pendant-necklace","provider":"Chinese Jewel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}