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The Classic "Chicken Heart" (Ji Xin) Balanced Pair | 39.0mm x 39.0mm | JX-701

The Classic "Chicken Heart" (Ji Xin) Balanced Pair | 39.0mm x 39.0mm | JX-701

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This listing is for the exact pair shown in the high-definition photos. Stock ID JX-701 is a meticulously matched, perfectly proportioned pair of classic "Chicken Heart" (Ji Xin) walnuts, ready for immediate shipping.

  • Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
  • Variety: Classic Chicken Heart (Ji Xin)
  • Dimensions: 39.0mm (Width) x 39.0mm (Depth)

[About the "Chicken Heart" Variety]

The Ji Xin, translating to "Chicken Heart," holds a prestigious place as one of the traditional "Four Famous Walnuts" in the Wenwan world. It is universally recognized for its towering, tall posture, stable base, and elegant lines that closely mimic the shape of a heart. Beyond its classic aesthetic, this variety is legendary for its rapid coloring potential. The shell possesses a unique density that eagerly absorbs natural oils, allowing dedicated collectors to achieve a brilliant, translucent red-agate patina far faster than almost any other variety.


[Characteristics of JX-701]

  • Flawless 1:1 Footprint: Measuring exactly 39.0mm in width and 39.0mm in depth. Standard Chicken Heart varieties often lean towards being narrow or elongated. Achieving a flawless 1:1 symmetrical footprint gives these tall shells a surprisingly robust, grounded, and heavy presence in the palm, offering the perfect balance during rotation.
  • Classic Mechanical Leverage: Featuring the traditional two-edge structure, this pair provides a deeply comforting, rhythmic, and familiar rolling sensation. The prominent edges act as natural tracks, guiding the walnuts smoothly past one another.
  • Deep "Muscular" Texture: The surface displays cavernous valleys and thick, aggressive ridges. This rugged topography acts as excellent natural traction, offering profound deep-tissue acupressure massage while providing plenty of surface area to catch and hold a brilliant patina.
  • Expert Care: Because the Chicken Heart variety is famous for its rapid patina development, maximizing its potential requires expert care. We highly recommend keeping them resting in a sealed bag between handling sessions for the first two weeks. This safely utilizes the natural oils to accelerate a brilliant, even oxidation and deep red color, yielding far better results than handling them with gloves.

[Specifications]

  • Variety: Classic Chicken Heart (Ji Xin)
  • Stock ID: JX-701
  • Dimensions: 39.0mm (Width) x 39.0mm (Depth)
  • Texture: Deep, muscular ridges structured around an elegantly tall, classic heart-shaped shell.
  • Best For: Enthusiasts seeking a classic, fast-coloring heritage variety with a flawless 1:1 balanced footprint and a deeply comforting, smooth mechanical roll.
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