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"Yuan Po" Chinese Paperweight Decoration Gift Good Luck
$ 2.56
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Description
According to the paperwork in the box:"A Chinese Ancient Currency made of Gold or Silver. During the Ancient Period, people took it as a Treasure, because only the High Ranking Officers and the Rich People had it. The significance of "Yuan Po" in old days is Good Luck and Prosperity. This re-production is used as a paper weight or for home decoration"
Here's a rough translation of the Chinese writing on the back side of the paper:
Currency for the Chinese ancient times, Both the gold and silver kinds were processed by scholar class and rich businessman, it is a precious item among the people and this ornament symbolize propitious,peace and felicity. It can mean “may all your wishes come true “ when you use as a official letter."
The upper gold-colored portion is shaped like an oval bowl or basin. It sits on a black base. It measures about 2 1/8 inches long by 1 1/2 inches wide by almost 2 inches tall.
It weighs 5.1 ounces.
The box and paper are a little worn from storage. Please refer to photos for a complete understanding of the condition.