[The God of Loyalty, Righteousness, and Wealth] Natural Raw Skin Premium Red-Gold Russian Amber Carved Guan Gong Necklace - The Martial God of Wealth.

[The God of Loyalty, Righteousness, and Wealth] Natural Raw Skin Premium Red-Gold Russian Amber Carved Guan Gong Necklace - The Martial God of Wealth and Bodhisattva Kalan. **Product Summary** Selected natural Russian raw skin amber with a red-gold hue, it is translucent and clear even when viewed from the side. This color and clarity are exceptionally rare for Russian amber. The back retains the ancient and natural texture of the raw skin, while the front is carved with a frosted surface, featuring a meticulously detailed full sculpture of Guan Gong. The carving is exquisite in every detail. Both the material and the craftsmanship make this a rare and outstanding piece. Guan Gong: Revered as Guan Erye since ancient times, he represents integrity, loyalty, righteousness, and trustworthiness. His life was marked by unwavering loyalty, extraordinary bravery, and a valiant spirit, embodying heroism and courage. He is worshipped as the God of War, a protector against evil, and a guardian for safe journeys. He is also venerated as Bodhisattva Kalan, who presides over household protection and warding off evil. When his Green Dragon Crescent Blade points upwards, it primarily signifies household protection, neutralizing malevolent forces and safeguarding the home. When the blade points downwards, it mainly serves to expel evil, eliminate unsettling factors, and drive away negativity and illness. He is upright and unwavering. Because of his integrity and his imperviousness to wealth, Guan Gong is honored as the "Martial God of Wealth," capable of helping people attract prosperity and safeguard their fortunes. He can enhance, protect, and regulate wealth luck, preserving wealth. Taoism regards Guan Yu as "Guan Sheng Di Jun," commonly known as "Emperor Guan," one of the four guardian marshals of Taoism. Buddhism also venerates Guan Gong. **Raw Skin Amber** During the natural formation of amber (primarily sea amber), differences in the density of various resins cause shrinkage of the surface layer as they flow and evaporate, resulting in irregular textures known as skin patterns. Ordinary, unremarkable skin patterns are usually not preserved. However, skin patterns formed due to special circumstances, with varying depths and unique, unrepeatable textures, are highly prized. 1. Fast Shrinkage Patterns: Some amber, due to special environmental conditions and intense sunlight and wind, solidifies very rapidly. If the original patterns remain after the resin petrifies into amber, they are called fast shrinkage patterns. Characteristics: Coarse, wild patterns, deep coloration within the patterns, sometimes appearing as if the surface has been torn open. Due to rapid shrinkage, coarse patterns form on the surface with deep grooves. Such amber skin patterns are uncommon. 2. Evaporation Patterns: The majority of skin patterns. Formed by high-density resin or favorable environments, where evaporation and shrinkage are gradual, creating amber skin patterns. These patterns are fine, with small grains, and no obvious surface marks. They are also considered premium skin patterns, with some resembling stone or jade, feeling extremely comfortable to the touch. Small pearl patterns, lizard skin patterns, and round, speckled grains are prominent features. Some exceptionally high-quality pieces may have no visible patterns on the skin, only grains. 3. Imprint Patterns: As resin flows over leaves and bark in the forest, it encapsulates them. If these encapsulated elements are preserved on the surface of the amber after it forms, creating special patterns shaped by these inclusions, they are called imprint patterns. These often resemble flowing water (bark textures) or isolated, steep peaks. 4. Window Patterns: A completely intact raw skin is rare; usually, there are small damaged areas, which are referred to as "window" areas. The patterns in these window areas are closely related to the quality of the amber itself. Most of these surface marks vary according to the intrinsic quality of the material. **Amber** A precious organic gemstone formed over millions of years, amber is renowned for its medicinal properties, hailed by traditional Chinese medicine as the foremost of the five precious substances. As early as ancient times, the renowned physician Sun Simiao frequently ground amber into medicinal powder to treat illnesses. Wearing amber offers health benefits, including pain relief, calming effects, and anti-allergic properties. Regular wear can alleviate rheumatic bone pain, nasal allergies, stomach pain, and can also help prevent and treat high blood pressure. Wearing amber is beneficial for both body and mind. It can also promote wound healing, is beneficial for the respiratory tract, and can reduce the occurrence of asthma. It improves blood circulation and metabolism. The longer it is worn, the more pronounced the effects. By enhancing blood circulation, it naturally speeds up metabolism. Studies indicate that the elements contained in amber can accelerate metabolism, clear toxins from the body, and enhance immunity. Scientific evidence confirms that different types of amber contain varying mineral and trace elements. Long-term wear allows the medicinal properties of amber to be absorbed through the skin, entering the bloodstream, reaching the heart, and then circulating throughout the body, promoting smooth qi flow and potentially slowing aging. The benefits of amber extend further; wearing it or using it for massage on affected areas can improve rheumatic pain, backaches, limb numbness, and shoulder inflammation, and may also offer preventative effects for tumors and osteoporosis. **The God of Loyalty, Righteousness, and Wealth** Returning from a hundred battles on the battlefield, Loyal and brave, his righteousness unchanged. With empty hands, he beckoms countless fortunes, Bringing peace and auspiciousness to the home. **About the Product** This piece is a meticulously carved pendant of Guan Gong, Guan Erye, made from natural raw skin amber. It features high-quality gold amber from Russia, with a rich, pure golden-yellow to reddish hue. The back retains the raw skin texture, while the front is embellished with frosted and relief carving. A small portion of raw skin is present on the lower right of the front, adding a touch of ruggedness and antiquity to the pendant. The overall color is golden-red, a hue extremely rare even among Russian amber. The transparency of the gold amber is clearly visible from the side of the pendant; even at this thickness, it is translucent and clear, free from any impurities, cracks, or fissures. In sunlight, light appears to flow within the pendant, its color and luster shifting mysteriously and infinitely with the varying intensity of light and angles of observation, making it a captivating piece to admire and handle. The pendant has a warm, lustrous texture, smooth and comfortable to the touch. The raw skin on the back is fine-grained with occasional coarse but regular patterns, yet it remains comfortable. The front features a full-body relief carving of Guan Yu, one hand holding the Green Dragon Crescent Blade with the tip pointing downwards, signifying the expulsion of evil; the other hand gently stroking his long beard. Clad in full armor, he wears a dignified expression. The carving is exquisite, capturing the subtle contours of facial muscles, the flowing elegance of the robes, the layered plates of armor, and the distinct strands of his beard and hair with delicate, beautiful lines, creating an overall image of imposing power and majesty. It is paired with a handcrafted braided cord, natural Southern Red agate full-grain, full-color round beads, a natural Southern Red agate full-grain, full-color lotus-carved bead at the chain's end, and a natural black sandalwood bead inlaid with silver threads depicting the six auspicious flowers. This ensemble possesses a profound and ancient beauty, destined for those who are fated to possess it. **Specifications** Natural Raw Skin Amber Guan Yu Carved Piece: 53.2mm × 34.6mm × 15mm; Pendant Net Weight: 15.6g Natural Southern Red Agate Full-Grain, Full-Color Round Beads: 7.0mm Natural Southern Red Agate Full-Grain, Full-Color Lotus Bead: 8.5mm Other Accessories Natural Southern Red Agate Full-Grain, Full-Color Spacer Beads; Natural Black Sandalwood Inlaid with Silver Threads depicting the Six Auspicious Flowers. **Purchase Notice** This product has been carefully selected. All primary materials are naturally sourced, free from impurities, cracks, or any artificial optimization and processing. Among the secondary materials, there are 2 amber beads, selected for their natural quality, with only their color having undergone optimization. If there are unavoidable imperfections in the product, they will be pointed out and specifically noted. As this product is handmade, there may be slight traces of manual craftsmanship in the braided cord. We will endeavor to minimize these where possible, and in some cases for safety and durability, small marks may be present. We will try our best to place these in inconspicuous areas or conceal them. All products in our store are photographed in kind, with one item per picture. Using professional photography equipment and natural daylight, we strive to accurately represent the true color and essence of the product. However, slight variations may occur due to differences in viewers' monitors and environments. If you have any questions, please feel free to consult our customer service for multi-angle physical shots of the product. **Amber Care** 1. As a natural organic gemstone, amber is soluble in organic solutions. Organic solutions commonly encountered in daily life include alcohol, perfume, hairspray, nail polish, and rubbing alcohol. Therefore, it is generally advisable to put on amber jewelry after completing your makeup and dressing. 2. Amber is a natural organic gemstone, and prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause severe dehydration, leading to cracks due to excessive dryness. Thus, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or high-temperature environments. Also, be mindful of environments with significant temperature fluctuations, such as saunas and hot springs. 3. Although some amber is retrieved from weakly alkaline marine environments, amber itself is susceptible to strong acidic or alkaline conditions. 4. Amber has a low hardness. Therefore, when storing it, avoid placing it with harder jewelry, such as diamonds, or jewelry with sharp edges. 5. Do not use ultrasonic cleaning machines to clean amber, as this may cause it to shatter. Polishing with a clean, soft cotton cloth can also effectively clean the beads. 6. Human body oils are the best nourishment for amber. Wearing amber for extended periods will make it increasingly lustrous and radiant.