{"product_id":"aquamarine-pixiu-31g","title":"Aquamarine Pixiu 31g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;We love using this powerful Chinese celestial creature, the Pixiu, as a Feung Shui tool to attract money.  An exquisite, rare carving in Aquamarine at 1.6\\\u0026quot;, 31.86g. Additionally, the Aquamarine stone is known for it's calming energy, help to build courage, and can be used for Throat Chakra work. \u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14721,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"14\":{\"1\":3,\"3\":1},\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}'\u003eWe love this gorgeous Chinese Feng Shui Pixiu. An exquisite, rare carving in Aquamarine at 1.6\", 31.86g. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePixiu — a watchful symbol for guarding what you build\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur research spans centuries: from \u003ci\u003eLi Shoude\u003c\/i\u003e, a 12th-century chronicler, to present-day Feng-Shui historians. We traced the Pixiu (\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic';\"\u003e貔貅\u003c\/span\u003e) back to early Han tomb architecture, where paired stone creatures flanked gateways as sculpted lessons in vigilance. In later folklore the young Pixiu gorged on the Jade Emperor’s treasure and left a mess in the heavens. As gentle discipline its father, the Dragon King, sealed its backside, declaring it may receive wealth but never lose it.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe story endures as a reminder to welcome opportunities while safeguarding what you earn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCarved with a bold horn, powerful stance, and a pile of coins beneath its paws, Pixiu serves as a visual cue for steady growth and prudent management. A single figure is effective on its own; when displayed as a pair, the left-turning form (\u003cb\u003eTiān Lù\u003c\/b\u003e) is said to invite gain, while its right-turning female partner (\u003cb\u003eBì Xiè\u003c\/b\u003e) focuses on preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement ideas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet Pixiu where it naturally catches the eye—on an entry console, bookshelf, or desk corner, head turned toward open space. Toward an open window is ideal. On a bracelet, let the head point outward so there is an energetic ‘scouting’ of fresh possibilities as you move through the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinged Pixiu\u003c\/b\u003e – When artists carve the creature with prominent, out-spread wings, they spotlight \u003ci\u003espeed and reach\u003c\/i\u003e. The wings suggest a guardian able to sweep far afield, collect scattered opportunities, and carry them home before they slip away. Display a winged Pixiu near a doorway or on a work desk if your goals involve expansion—new markets, travel, or rapid growth. Its stance becomes a daily nudge to think broadly and act quickly while still guarding the gains you make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePixiu carrying a cub\u003c\/b\u003e – A smaller Pixiu perched on the parent’s back speaks to \u003ci\u003emultiplying results and safeguarding the next generation\u003c\/i\u003e. The pairing symbolizes wealth that not only accumulates but also nurtures future projects, heirs, or charitable aims. Keep this version where family plans or long-term investments are managed— a home office, legacy planning folder, or bedside table—to remind yourself that disciplined stewardship today can blossom into security and opportunity tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" width=\"100%\" size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey points at a glance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCore lesson:\u003c\/b\u003e welcome abundance, guard against waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDisplay options:\u003c\/b\u003e looking out front window, entrance table, office wealth corner, outward-facing bracelet charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSolo vs. pair:\u003c\/b\u003e one Pixiu offers general focus; a left\/right pair separates “invite” and “preserve.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAquamarine — a clear reminder to speak calmly and act with courage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAquamarine’s sea-blue tone has long been a visual shorthand for tranquility. Many people keep it nearby as a cue to breathe, steady emotions, and choose words thoughtfully. Its cool clarity also nudges intuition: just as you can see far into clear water, you’re prompted to look beneath the surface of situations before you act. Because of that link with honest expression, aquamarine is most often paired with the Throat-center in meditation or breath work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" width=\"100%\" size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBrazil (Minas Gerais) – legendary “Santa Maria” pockets yield the deepest, ocean-blue crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePakistan \u0026amp; Afghanistan (Shigar Valley, Nuristan) – exceptionally clear, slender crystals with a light teal-green undertone, like tropical shallows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAfrica (Mozambique, Nigeria, Namibia) – vibrant mid-blues; Mozambique can rival Brazil for saturation, while Namibia often shows dramatic internal rainbows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOther sources include Madagascar’s pastel aquamarine, Russia’s Ural Mountains (soft green tint), and Colorado’s Mt. Antero, famous for icy “Rocky-Mountain blues.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" width=\"100%\" size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural vs. heated color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAquamarine you see in chain-store jewelry is often gently heated to remove its natural green or yellow cast and create an even sky-blue. Natural, untreated pieces usually show pockets of darker blue, soft yellow, or sea-green zoning—exactly the variations you’ll often find in our carvings. Those subtle shifts are visual cues the crystal’s story hasn’t been altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" width=\"100%\" size=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick-view benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVisual anchor for poise under pressure and clear, confident speech.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBest paired with Throat-focused practices—singing, public speaking, heartfelt conversations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSanta Maria Brazilian stones = deepest blue; Pakistan\/Afghanistan = pristine clarity; African localities = vibrant mid-blues; Madagascar\/Russia = softer pastel or green-blue tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUneven color zoning (blue, yellow, green) signals a natural stone; jewelry-grade heated aquamarine shows a uniform sky-blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CrystalTrance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45195572805922,"sku":"","price":382.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3285\/1746\/files\/1_4a01a5f9-12a2-4f7b-b198-72e121bc389a.jpg?v=1731841717","url":"https:\/\/wellbeingcouture.com\/products\/aquamarine-pixiu-31g","provider":"Wellbeing Couture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}