Finely detailed Nephrite Chinese guardian Pixiu - Height: 11.6 cm - Width: 7.7 cm- 623 g

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Pixiu statue carved from nephrite, a finely detailed Chinese guardian, originating from China; size 11.6 × 7.7 × 5.5 cm, weight 623 g.

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Interesting and finely detailed chinese guardian Pixiu carved from a beautiful deep green Nephrite with a final coating of transparent resin.
Size: 11.6 X 7.7 X 5.5 Cm
Weight: 623 Gr

PIXIU MEANING
Pixiu is a Chinese mythical hybrid creature considered as one of the nine sons of the dragon. Pixiu are considered powerful protectors of feng shui practitioners, and resemble strong, winged lions. Therefore, traditionally to the Chinese, Pixiu have always been regarded as auspicious creatures that possessed mystical powers and according to the Chinese zodiac, it is especially helpful for those who are going through a bad year.
Statues of Pixiu are commonly found on the four corners of the roofs of houses, palaces and halls of the most important people such as the Chinese Emperor. The Pixiu sits behind the dragon, the phoenix, the winged horse, the seahorse, and other, similar creatures.
A very large pair of winged, stone pixiu guarding a tomb in China.
In ancient China, stone statues of Pixiu were also used as tomb guardians of Han dynasty emperors and other royal persons.
PIXIU EFFECTS
1. Guard Home and Ward off Evil Spirits
Displaying a consecrated Pi Xiu at home can ward off evil spirits and improve the family fortune.
2. Acquire and Preserve Wealth
In ancient China, many casinos and windfall venues would display Pi Xiu to ward off evil spirits and gather wealth. In modern times, more and more businessmen choose to put a Pi Xiu in company or at home to gather wealth in view of the intense market competition. It is said that wearing a Pi Xiu can bring you good fortune when gambling.
3. Improve Fortune
According to the ancient Chinese sages, fate is predestined but fortune can be changed. In ancient China, people believed that ''touching a Pi Xiu one, two and three times can respectively bring good fortune, rolling profits and rapid promotion''. Therefore, Pi Xiu is also a symbol of people's good wishes.
4. Drive Away the Undesired Romance
Another magical effect of Pi Xiu is that it can drive away the undesired romance and prevent the master from unnecessary harassment or family dispute once displayed on the desk.

Interesting and finely detailed chinese guardian Pixiu carved from a beautiful deep green Nephrite with a final coating of transparent resin.
Size: 11.6 X 7.7 X 5.5 Cm
Weight: 623 Gr

PIXIU MEANING
Pixiu is a Chinese mythical hybrid creature considered as one of the nine sons of the dragon. Pixiu are considered powerful protectors of feng shui practitioners, and resemble strong, winged lions. Therefore, traditionally to the Chinese, Pixiu have always been regarded as auspicious creatures that possessed mystical powers and according to the Chinese zodiac, it is especially helpful for those who are going through a bad year.
Statues of Pixiu are commonly found on the four corners of the roofs of houses, palaces and halls of the most important people such as the Chinese Emperor. The Pixiu sits behind the dragon, the phoenix, the winged horse, the seahorse, and other, similar creatures.
A very large pair of winged, stone pixiu guarding a tomb in China.
In ancient China, stone statues of Pixiu were also used as tomb guardians of Han dynasty emperors and other royal persons.
PIXIU EFFECTS
1. Guard Home and Ward off Evil Spirits
Displaying a consecrated Pi Xiu at home can ward off evil spirits and improve the family fortune.
2. Acquire and Preserve Wealth
In ancient China, many casinos and windfall venues would display Pi Xiu to ward off evil spirits and gather wealth. In modern times, more and more businessmen choose to put a Pi Xiu in company or at home to gather wealth in view of the intense market competition. It is said that wearing a Pi Xiu can bring you good fortune when gambling.
3. Improve Fortune
According to the ancient Chinese sages, fate is predestined but fortune can be changed. In ancient China, people believed that ''touching a Pi Xiu one, two and three times can respectively bring good fortune, rolling profits and rapid promotion''. Therefore, Pi Xiu is also a symbol of people's good wishes.
4. Drive Away the Undesired Romance
Another magical effect of Pi Xiu is that it can drive away the undesired romance and prevent the master from unnecessary harassment or family dispute once displayed on the desk.

Details

Main mineral
Finely detailed Nephrite Chinese guardian
Mineral form
Pixiu
Weight
623 g
Country of origin
China
Height
11.6 cm
Width
7.7 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
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