Pixiu (貔貅)
- The Pixiu is in 24k pure gold (足金).
- Pixiu is a Chinese mythical creature which is considered to be a very powerful protector.
- Coins represent wealth and prosperity.
- Ruyi symbolises one gets what one wishes for, everything will be smooth sailing.
- Lotus flower is for protection and safety.
- The workmanship is exquisite.
- The four Chinese characters under the feet are 唯我独尊. It originates from 宋.释普济《五灯会元》卷一:“天上天下,唯我独尊。” to praise the Shakyamuni Buddha.
- Dimensions of pixiu: 32 x 14 x 14 mm
- The red beads are natural agate. They are about 10.6 mm. Each bead has the six syllables of the mantra Om Mani Padme Hum in Sanskrit form.