Chun Qiu Original Design | Natural Gourd, Fully Hand-knitted Cord, High Content Cinnabar | Pendant Necklace

**A natural, exquisite small gourd that becomes deeper in color, brighter, and more endearing with time and handling.** Within the gourd lies tranquility and a peaceful mind. Within the gourd lies the vastness of heaven and earth. Within the gourd lies the philosophy of emptiness. Within the gourd lies blessings and prosperity. Hang a gourd in this mundane world and receive its blessings and fortune. **New Year, New Joy, Wishing You Prosperity!** The cord length is adjustable, and the gourd can be removed for handling. **In stock (as pictured), one item, one photo.** Natural Gourd + Fully Hand-knitted Cord + High Content Imperial Sand Round Bead \ Small Gourd **Please note: As each gourd grows naturally, no two are exactly alike, but they will be similar!** In Chinese culture, the gourd is an auspicious object, its pronunciation similar to "fortune and prosperity," symbolizing double blessings. The gourd is a ever-changing Bodhi, housing the harmony of heaven and earth, auspiciousness, wealth, longevity, and continuous good fortune. The gourd is a distinctly Eastern image. Lao Tzu said: "The Tao gives birth to One; One gives birth to Two; Two gives birth to Three; Three gives birth to all things. All things carry yin and embrace yang." The shape of the gourd resembles the sun and moon, yin and yang united, containing the sun, moon, and heavens within, embodying the origin of all things. Seeing the gourd, one understands the state of all beings. The gourd is round and gentle, like a Maitreya Buddha with a big belly, always smiling, content and happy. Within a small gourd lies the fulfillment of a successful life. **May this hand-held gourd bring you joy in your travels and peace in all your endeavors!**