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"Millstone" Mopan Wenwan Walnuts Pair | 42.0mm x 40.0mm | MP-1110
"Millstone" Mopan Wenwan Walnuts Pair | 42.0mm x 40.0mm | MP-1110
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This single-inventory listing features the exact pair of Wenwan walnuts shown in the photo gallery. Carrying the stock ID MP-1110, this set belongs to the traditional "Millstone" (Mopan) variety. The pieces measure 42.0mm in width and 40.0mm in height. They feature a compressed, low-slung shape with a broad horizontal equator and a dense network of surface wrinkles. The pair has been fully cured and cleaned for shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Unique Inventory)
- Variety: Mopan / Millstone
- Dimensions: 42.0mm (Width) x 40.0mm (Height)
- Grade: A+ Tier Selection
[About the "Mopan" Variety] The Mopan variety is a classic and highly recognized lineage within the Wenwan walnut hobby. It is characterized by its naturally squat, flat-topped architecture that resembles an old stone mill. This structural mutation distributes the wood mass horizontally along the equator line, which minimizes empty space inside the shell and gives the pair a solid weight in the hand. The compressed vertical profile offers low rolling resistance, making it highly functional for comfortable single-handed rotation, palm coordination, and daily meditation.
[Characteristics of MP-1110]
- 42mm Compressed Stance: Measuring 42.0mm in width and 40.0mm in height, this pair features the traditional low-profile shape typical of the Millstone variety. The wide footprint fits securely in the hand and offers excellent grip leverage.
- Close Morphological Match: The two independent walnuts are well-matched in their broad shoulders, outer contours, and base foundations.
- Symmetrical Top view: The top and bottom perspectives highlight the consistent edge thickness, aligned apex points, and balanced ridge paths running across both shells.
- Solid Wood Resonance: Hard-grown from wild mountain timber, the thick rinds are dense and compact, producing a clear, solid acoustic sound during handling.
[Basic Care & Aging Info] This collectible variety is grown strictly for hand-play (pan) and is completely distinct from edible food variants. Through regular contact with clean, bare hands, the wood grain steadily absorbs natural skin oils. Over time, this natural handling process will cause the initial ginger-tan color to darken into a rich, glossy red-brown patina. To maintain the fine texture and prevent dust buildup in the deeper lines, it is recommended to brush the crevices thoroughly with a standard bristle brush after each use.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Mopan (Millstone)
- Stock ID: MP-1110
- Dimensions: 42.0mm (Width) x 40.0mm (Height)
- Base Features: Broad, flat foundation gate with structured shoulders and an aligned top apex.
- Texture: Interconnected hive wrinkles, pronounced vertical channels, and a well-defined surface grid.
- Best For: Hobbyists and collectors seeking a wide, low-profile pair with traditional millstone features for daily rotation and natural patina development.