Antique old pieces/ melon beads/ old colored glaze from Qing Dynasty

Material: melon beads-old colored glaze Quantity: 15 orange pcs, 6 yellow pcs Dimensions: approx. 10 x 10 x 0.9 cm Hole diameter: about 3-3.5mm (hand-drilled sizes vary) -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------- Old pieces, also called Antique, refer to items that are more than 100 years old. The melon beads of the Qing Dynasty are a kind of bead ornaments with a special shape. They are named after their appearance that resembles a pumpkin, so they are called "melon beads". This type of beads was very popular in the Qing Dynasty, especially in the court and among the people. They were often used in jewelry, accessories or beads, and had dual decorative and symbolic values. Appearance features: Melon beads from the Qing Dynasty are usually round or nearly round, with uniform grooves or grooves carved on the surface, making them look like small pumpkins or melon fruits. The materials of melon beads are diverse, and common materials include glass, jade, agate, coral and amber. Colors are rich and diverse, especially warm tones of red, orange, and yellow, which are more popular because these colors symbolize joy, wealth, and luck. Meaning and symbolism: Guazhu has the symbolic meaning of many children and grandchildren and prosperity in traditional Chinese culture. Since melons and fruits are often associated with "many children and good fortune", melon beads symbolize the continuation of the family and prosperity, and are suitable as mascots for blessing and protection. In addition, the round shape of the melon beads also represents reunion and harmony, and is a symbol of a better life. Purpose and history: In the Qing Dynasty, melon beads were widely used in various types of jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, hats or waistbands, etc. They were not only worn by the court nobles, but also popular among the people. As jewelry, melon beads not only have a decorative effect, but also become a way to convey blessings and status symbols. Craftsmanship and production: The craftsmanship of melon beads in the Qing Dynasty was very particular, especially the melon beads made by the palace, which were often carefully polished by glass craftsmen or jade carving masters. The grooves were even and the surface was smooth and delicate, showing the superb skills of the craftsmen. Glaze melon beads are bright and transparent, while jade and agate melon beads have a warm texture. Generally speaking, melon beads in the Qing Dynasty were deeply loved by people for their special shape and auspicious meaning. They were a very representative traditional bead ornament of that era. -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------- Pure Antique Sumi Antique is a platform founded by antique collector Sumi. With his love for antique culture, Sumi has traveled around the world for many years, collecting various beautiful elements, exquisite objects and other antiques from all over the world. Each item is a work of art that contains traces of time. Our company provides a variety of exquisite antiques and collectibles, including: Jade, Kingfisher, Gold gilded, Enamel, Silver, Colored from the Ming and Qing Dynasties glaze), Wax, Coral, Walrus Ivory and other semi- Gemstone(Semi-precious), etc.