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The "Heaven & Earth Er Ye's Hat" (Tian Di Er Ye Mao) Pair | 38.0mm x 38.0mm | TDEYM-01
The "Heaven & Earth Er Ye's Hat" (Tian Di Er Ye Mao) Pair | 38.0mm x 38.0mm | TDEYM-01
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- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Status: Available immediately
- Variety: Heaven & Earth Er Ye's Hat (Tian Di Er Ye Mao)
- Dimensions: 38.0mm (Width) x 38.0mm (Height)
- Tier: Collector Grade
[The Lore: The Righteous Aura of the "Second Lord"]
To understand the profound significance of this variety, one must look to ancient Chinese history. "Er Ye" (二爷), meaning the "Second Lord," is the respectful title for Guan Yu, the legendary general of the Three Kingdoms period. Guan Yu is the ultimate historical and cultural symbol of unwavering loyalty, fearless martial prowess, and absolute righteousness. Over the centuries, he was deified and is worshipped today as the Martial God of Wealth (武财神)—a powerful guardian who protects businesses, wards off malicious spirits, and draws in immense prosperity.
This rare walnut variety earns its name because its sweeping, broad-shouldered architecture beautifully mimics the iconic scholar-warrior crown worn by Guan Yu himself. The prefix "Tian Di" (Heaven and Earth) signifies its distinct, flattened top and exceptionally stable base, representing perfect alignment and unshakeable grounding. Holding a pair of "Er Ye's Hats" is considered more than just a tactile hobby; it is like carrying a talisman infused with Guan Yu’s protective, righteous, and wealth-gathering energy.
[Why the TDEYM-01 is a Collector Grade Masterpiece]
- Elite "Collector Grade" Density: Designated as a true Collector Grade pair, these walnuts were hand-selected for their flawless shell integrity, exceptional weight, and highly mature timber. They are built to endure generations of play, eventually transforming into a breathtaking, glossy red patina.
- Perfect 1:1 "Golden" Ratio: Measuring exactly 38.0mm in width and 38.0mm in height, this pair hits a flawless, perfectly spherical proportion. This balanced geometry ensures an incredibly smooth, uninterrupted roll in the hand, making it a highly ergonomic choice.
- Commanding "Crown" Silhouette: True to its namesake, this pair features the majestic, sweeping shoulders and the distinct "Heaven and Earth" flattened tops and bases. This gives the walnuts a proud, upright stance that projects power and stability.
- A Talisman of Prosperity: Because of its deep association with the Martial God of Wealth, this specific shape is highly sought after by business owners and entrepreneurs as a premium symbol of fortune and protection.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Heaven & Earth Er Ye's Hat (Tian Di Er Ye Mao)
- Stock ID: TDEYM-01
- Dimensions: 38.0mm (Height) x 38.0mm (Width)
- Texture: Thick, robust ridges with a commanding, broad-shouldered "Crown" profile and flat bases.
- Grade: Collector Grade (收藏级)
- Best For: Advanced collectors and business owners seeking a perfectly balanced, flawless Collector Grade pair steeped in the powerful, protective, and wealth-bringing lore of General Guan Yu.
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Incredible service, I ordered a pair that sadly could not be shipped on account of a website error. Normally that would be a red flag; in this case however, an agent reached out to me immediately, allowed me to pick out an even higher quality pair and included some very thoughtful gifts. I’m extremely satisfied with my purchase and what started out as a mistake will have me returning here first whenever I want to expand my collection.
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I ordered my Wenwans about 13 days ago. After contacting this company about a shipping issue they were able to solve it immediately as well as to rush the order. Literally just got mine today and they are absolutely gorgeous and very large! My Pair# is DGM-901. These are my very first high grades ones. Bought some crappy amazon ones for like 6 bucks to practice. I cannot wait to start my journey with these. I highly recommend this company for their outstanding customer service and quality control!
Thank you!
This company is Stellar. I’ve enjoyed the products I’ve Boughten for myself and gifts Ives given.
Love that you have miniature walnuts for those of us who have small hands.
These guys a great. Walnuts are high quality, and what you see is what you get, no random pairs that you may not like.
I've got 5 pairs off of them so far, and none have any flaws: no yellowing, pin holes, worm marks or cracks.
I'm not an expert, but I can't detect any dyes or processing on the nuts I have received.
They get back to you quickly if you have questions or issues.
Shipping is a couple weeks to canada since its off shore orgin. No big deal.
I do wish they would post the weights of the pairs as well in the listings, but this is minor.
I consider Zenwalnut to be the best north american walnut vendor hands down.
The box it came with is great and well made. The walnuts are out of this world. I don’t know how you find a three ridge mutation (Spartan motif) with such a good pairing. Even the basins complement each other, one elavated and the other depressed so they fit together. I highly recommend this seller if you want a reliable place where you can find rare, high quality walnuts. What you see in the pictures and videos is what you get. These are my second pair from zenwalnuts and I love both of them, thank you
The first pair I bought was a pair of minis, Packaging was amazing! Display case, and brushes were all under $100. I've been using them for just over a week. Excellent quality, I have dropped them once on accident of course over concrete while outside on the patio. I was quite concerned, I gave them a look over and no cracks, chips, or scratches were found. I am now looking into higher valued pairs. I will be buying other pairs for birthday gifts and collections. I posted them on FB and will continue to keep updates of the transformation every so often.