32mm Yuanbao Monkey Head Walnut Pair | One-of-a-Kind Listing | 070902

Origin: Henan, China
Type: Yuanbao Monkey Head Walnut Pair (Low Profile Monkey Head Variety)
Listing: One-of-a-Kind (Matched Pair)

📏 Size Details
Diameter (edge): 32mm
Belly: 36mm
Height: 31mm
Total Weight: 33.7g
Single Weights: 17.4g / 16.3g

Condition: Excellent natural condition with no cracks, repairs, or structural issues. The edges are inlaid with gold-plated sterling silver wire, and the stem openings feature blue gemstone inlays. Carefully selected pair with original natural characteristics preserved.

🌰 Walnut Description
Yuanbao Monkey Head Walnut is a classic low-profile Monkey Head variety mainly produced in Henan, China. Traditionally used for Wenwan bracelet and hand string making, this variety is admired for its compact gold ingot shape, comfortable feel, and excellent durability.

Compared with ordinary bracelet-making material, this pair features a larger and fuller body that allows it to be enjoyed as a hand-play walnut. Natural pairs reaching this size with strong weight and balanced proportions are relatively uncommon.

This pair features:

• Classic Yuanbao (gold ingot) shape with a low-profile rounded body

• Full 36mm belly creating a comfortable and substantial hand feel

• Compact proportions with balanced 32mm edge and 31mm height

• Dense walnut material with excellent stability and resistance to cracking

• Shallow natural texture that is easy to clean and maintain

• Smooth oily surface with strong potential to develop a rich oxford-red patina

• Well-matched size and weight distribution for daily handling

✨ Artisan Inlay Details

• Gold-plated sterling silver wire inlay around the edge

• Blue gemstone inlay at the stem openings

⭐ Collector Advantages
This Yuanbao Monkey Head pair represents the unique charm of a traditionally bead-making variety transformed into a hand-play collectible.

Most Yuanbao Monkey Head walnuts are processed into smaller beads for bracelets, while larger natural pairs suitable for direct play are much less common. This pair combines the symbolic Yuanbao shape, dense material, and comfortable handling experience, making it an attractive choice for collectors seeking unusual Wenwan varieties.

With regular play, the walnut surface gradually becomes smoother and warmer, developing a deeper color and jade-like polished appearance over time.

🖐 Care Guide

• Brush gently to keep the shallow texture clean

• Play with clean, dry hands for even patina development

• Avoid excessive oiling; natural hand oils are sufficient

• Avoid sudden temperature changes and prolonged moisture exposure

• Store properly when not in use

✨ Overall
A beautiful Yuanbao Monkey Head walnut pair featuring the iconic gold ingot shape, excellent density, balanced proportions, and strong patina potential. A rare opportunity to own a larger hand-playable example of a variety traditionally valued for Wenwan bracelet making.

📌 Listing Type
One-of-a-Kind Listing (One Item, One Bid)

The exact pair shown in the photos is the exact pair you will receive.