Sendai Tsuho (¡°Circulating Treasure of Sendai¡±), an Antique Iron Cash Coin for Collectors

Offered from a Tibetan household, this antique copper and brass pendant was sourced directly from Tibet. Purchased in Lhasa, Tibet, it has not been used since acquisition; however, its antique condition should be taken into consideration. In Tibetan markets, older objects generally command higher prices.

The square form is relatively uncommon. Carved with the twelve animals of the zodiac, the pendant features an attractive design reflecting traditional symbolism and culture, appealing to collectors and art enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 33 g

Suitable for everyday wear or as an accessory for special occasions.

Dimensions and Wearability:

Measuring approximately 4 x 4 cm, the pendant is well suited to wear on a necklace. Its understated design nevertheless makes a distinctive impression.

- Design: Square pendant carved with animal motifs

- Material: Metal

- Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 4 cm

- Reverse: Smooth and undecorated

Photocopies of the two explanatory sheets shown in the final photographs are included.

Place of origin: Tibet

The Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams are important concepts in traditional Chinese thought, the study of the *Yijing* (Book of Changes), feng shui, and traditional Chinese martial arts.

Principal Meanings and Elements:

Nine Palaces: The nine divisions comprising the centre, the four cardinal directions, and the four intermediate corners.

Eight Trigrams: Eight fundamental symbols formed from combinations of yin (?) and yang (?) lines, representing various phenomena in the natural world and human society.

Feng Shui and Auspicious Objects: Objects such as painted Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams plaques, incorporating the Taiji diagram, the Earlier Heaven and Later Heaven arrangements of the Eight Trigrams, and convex or concave mirrors, are used in feng shui to ward off evil, repel malevolent forces, and enhance good fortune.
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