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This handcrafted purse is made from natural gourd material, featuring a rustic/primitive style with a brown color. The purse includes a metal hinged closure, a fabric knot closure for added security and spoon handle.
The Chinese charms or "coin" from East Asia adds a special touch to this unique decorative collectible, making it a versatile and whimsical addition to any collection or home decor.
The interior is lined with black fabric . A decorative gold cord knot “frog” closure with hanging “coins” on front
The “coin” item is a Feng Shui charm (or replica coin) rather than an ancient minted coin. This item has four Chinese characters around the square hole and is commonly used as a charm for good fortune, wealth, and prosperity.
• the outer round shape represents Heaven (天), while the inner square hole represents Earth (地). The human intent or string holding them together bridges the two.
• Inscriptions: The coin displayed appears to be a replica modeled after the Kangxi Tongbao (康熙通寶). An originally coin would have been minted between 1662 and 1722 during the Qing Dynasty under the Kangxi Emperor.
2. The Carved Gourd (葫蘆 - Hulu / Wu Lou)
• Historical Uses: Historically, dried bottle gourds were practical vessels used by travelers, physicians, and monks to store water, wine, and herbal medicine. Now used to make a unique purse or display piece
Purse is approx 9 x9 inches
