Penguin Gold Bar (Qi’e Jintiao) Scholar Walnut Pair — 22.0mm x 21.0mm | QEJT-CG243E

A one-of-one pair of Penguin Gold Bar scholar walnuts, measuring 22.0mm (Width/Edge) x 21.0mm (Depth/Belly).

This unusual variety is recognized by its exceptionally long, narrow body, upright stance, and continuous vertical ridges. Viewed from the side, the slim rectangular profile resembles a traditional gold bar, while the tall silhouette gives the variety its distinctive “penguin” character.

Both walnuts have been professionally pre-cleaned and base-brushed, providing a clean and even foundation for future handling and natural patina development.

The photographed walnuts are the exact pair you will receive.

Key Details

• Stock ID: QEJT-CG243E
• Availability: One pair only
• Variety: Penguin Gold Bar
• Pinyin: Qi’e Jintiao
• Dimensions: 22.0mm (Width/Edge) x 21.0mm (Depth/Belly)
• Format: Matched scholar walnut pair
• Category: Rare natural form
• Preparation: Professionally pre-cleaned and base-brushed

The Story of the Lineage

Penguin Gold Bar is a distinctive elongated scholar walnut form. Unlike conventional rounded varieties, it develops a narrow body with an unusually tall vertical profile. Its continuous raised edges and compact cross-section create the straight, bar-like structure behind its traditional collector name.

This pair displays closely related height, body width, taper, ridge direction, and upright posture. The narrow dimensions make it particularly suitable for fingertip rotation and collectors interested in uncommon natural forms.

With consistent bare-hand handling and dry brushing, the shells are expected to gradually deepen from their current golden tone toward a warmer and richer natural patina.

Product Characteristics

• Elongated gold-bar profile: The tall, narrow bodies create a distinctive upright silhouette with a compact cross-section.
• Continuous vertical ridges: Long raised edges extend along the bodies, emphasizing their height and linear structure.
• Closely matched stance: Both walnuts share compatible body width, taper, ridge direction, and overall proportions.
• Compact handling format: The 22.0mm x 21.0mm dimensions support controlled fingertip rotation and detailed brushing.

Maintenance Advice

During the first month, keep the pair inside a sealed storage bag whenever it is not being handled. Open the bag for short periods each day to allow gradual acclimatization, especially in dry climates.

Handle the walnuts with clean, dry, bare hands. Gloves are not recommended for regular play, as direct contact supports a more natural and even color transition.

Brush the surfaces and deeper grooves regularly with a clean, dry walnut brush. The pair has already been professionally pre-cleaned and base-brushed, so no washing or aggressive cleaning is required.

Avoid water, oil, chemical cleaners, prolonged sunlight, heating vents, air-conditioning outlets, and sudden changes in temperature or humidity.

Specifications

• Product Type: Natural scholar walnut pair
• Variety: Penguin Gold Bar
• Pinyin: Qi’e Jintiao
• Stock ID: QEJT-CG243E
• Width/Edge: 22.0mm
• Depth/Belly: 21.0mm
• Quantity: Two walnuts / one matched pair
• Preparation: Professionally pre-cleaned and base-brushed
• Best For: Fingertip rotation, compact-hand practice, detailed brushing, display, and unusual-form collections
• Inventory Status: One-of-one
• Fulfillment: The exact photographed pair will be shipped