Vajra Realm Golden “Heavenly Official Bestowing Fortune” · Ancient Filigree Copper Gourd Necklace
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Vajra Realm Golden “Heavenly Official Bestowing Fortune” · Ancient Filigree Copper Gourd Necklace
Supreme Hidden Edition · Golden Heavenly Official Bestowing Fortune · Ancient Filigree Gourd
Millennial Filigree · Heavenly Official Bestows Fortune · Unmatched Imperial Luck
Above the eight auspicious colors, there lies the work of heaven. This piece is crafted using the ancient filigree technique that has been lost for centuries—each one hand‑made by a national‑treasure‑level artisan. Only the destined soul may behold it.
After each enameled copper gourd is crafted, it participates in a traditional religious chanting ceremony lasting 20 hours. During this period, more than 2,000 recitations of Buddhist scriptures and mantras are devoutly chanted by trained practitioners.
I. Hidden Edition Overview
Name: Golden “Heavenly Official Bestowing Fortune” · Ancient Filigree Copper Gourd Necklace
Color Description:
The entire piece is bathed in the imperial golden hue, radiating a warm, sunrise‑like luster. The yellow is interwoven with auspicious “fortune” patterns (pure hand‑crafted filigree). As light shifts, it appears as though the Heavenly Official is descending from the clouds, showering boundless blessings. The cord, matched with gold accents, is elegant yet not ostentatious, majestic yet understated.
Craftsmanship Breakthrough:
This piece is not merely enameled copper. It incorporates the national intangible cultural heritage technique of filigree inlay on the gourd structure. The main gourd body is made of copper, plated with a thick layer of 24k gold. Extremely fine copper wires are shaped using eight ancient all‑handmade techniques: pinching, filling, joining, welding, stacking, building, weaving, and braiding. Filigree craftsmanship originated in the Han dynasty, reached its peak during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and was exclusively reserved for imperial crowns and ceremonial artifacts. Today, fewer than one hundred artisans in the country have mastered this technique.
Cultural Core:
“The Heavenly Official bestows fortune” originates from the Taoist “Three Primes and Three Ranks of the Three Officials” – the first prime, first rank, Heavenly Official bestows fortune; the second prime, second rank, Earthly Official absolves sins; the third prime, third rank, Water Official relieves calamities. Among them, the Heavenly Official bestowing fortune is the most revered, symbolizing blessings from heaven, freedom from all taboos, and success in all matters. Golden‑yellow has been the exclusive color of the Son of Heaven since ancient times, symbolizing “mandated by heaven” and “everlasting blessings.”
When the golden color merges with the wish for the Heavenly Official’s blessing, and takes the form of the gourd – a vessel that “gathers fortune and harbors auspiciousness” – this necklace embodies three supreme auspicious elements: the Heavenly Official bestowing fortune (fortune), the imperial golden destiny (nobility), and the gourd’s role in gathering prosperity (wealth). Fortune, nobility, and wealth all in one – the ultimate perfection.
II. Cultural Symbolism
The following content is derived from Chinese Taoist classics, traditional folk customs, and royal ceremonial systems, for cultural and artistic reference only.
| Dimension | Symbolic Meaning |
|---|---|
| Heavenly Official Bestowing Fortune | In Taoism, the First Prime First Rank Heavenly Official is primarily in charge of bestowing fortune upon the mortal world. The 15th day of the first lunar month is the Shangyuan Festival, and the folk tradition of “celebrating Yuanxiao” originates from the worship of the Heavenly Official. Wherever the Heavenly Official arrives, fortune follows, negativity stays away, and everything goes smoothly. |
| Imperial Golden Destiny | Golden‑yellow was the color of the ancient emperor’s ceremonial robes, symbolizing “receiving the mandate from heaven.” A golden‑yellow gourd signifies “the mandate of heaven upon one’s person,” carrying the cultural aspiration for honor, authority, and thriving destiny. |
| Gourd Gathering Auspiciousness | The gourd’s small mouth and large belly represent, in traditional culture, “gathering fortune and wealth, letting it in but never out.” When the three blessings unite – fortune, nobility, and wealth – it stands above all other colors. |
| Five Bats Surrounding Longevity (Hidden Pattern) | Five bats encircling the character “longevity” (shòu) form a traditional auspicious motif, symbolizing the five blessings: long life, wealth, health and peace, love of virtue, and a natural end – meaning all five blessings arrive at the door. |
| Ancient Filigree Technique | An imperial technique of the Ming and Qing courts, representing “heritage of craftsmanship,” “peerless elegance,” and “imperial majesty.” |
Probability of Appearance and How to Obtain
| Rule Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Probability of Appearance | Among all mystery boxes (the eight basic colors + other hidden editions), this edition is the highest‑rarity supreme hidden edition. The probability of appearance is 0.9% (approximately 1 in 108 boxes). |
| How to Obtain | Available only through random draw when purchasing the “Eight‑Color Auspicious Mystery Box.” Not sold separately, and the color cannot be specified. |
【Product Specifications】
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Material | Copper (body) + Enamel (glaze) + 24k Gold Plated |
| Chain/Cord | Handmade polyester cord |
| Craftsmanship | Pure handmade, traditional fired enamel technique |
| Size | Gourd approx. 2.6cm × 1.7cm |
| Weight | Gourd approx. 12g, cord approx. 3.5g, internal cavity approx. 1–2g |
| Packaging | Elegant gift box + cloth bag |
| Origin | China |
| Ritual |
20 hours of traditional sutra and mantra chanting |
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