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The "Pinggu Yuanbao" (Sycee Shape) Elongated Deep-Belly Pair | 35.0mm x 40.0mm | PGYB-805
The "Pinggu Yuanbao" (Sycee Shape) Elongated Deep-Belly Pair | 35.0mm x 40.0mm | PGYB-805
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This listing features the exact pair of walnuts shown in the photos. Stock ID PGYB-805 is a naturally hand-matched, premium pair of traditional "Pinggu Yuanbao" (Ping Gu Yuan Bao Lion Head) walnuts. This pair measures 35.0mm across the primary horizontal width and a substantial 40.0mm in belly depth, presenting a highly pronounced, deep-bellied architecture scaled perfectly for agile finger-twisting and comfortable pocket carry. Ready for immediate shipping.
- Stock: 1 of 1 (Single Inventory)
- Variety: Pinggu Yuanbao Lion Head (Sycee Shape)
- Dimensions: 35.0mm (Width) x 40.0mm (Depth/Belly)
[About the Pinggu Yuanbao Variety]
The Pinggu Yuanbao variety, hailing from the historic orchards of Pinggu, earns its descriptive name from its striking physical resemblance to a traditional Chinese "Yuanbao" (gold sycee/ingot). Characterized by its distinctly high-shouldered, elongated vertical stance, wide prominent edges, and a deeply set, concave flat base, this lineage stands as a masterpiece of geometric symmetry. Valued for its smooth, sweeping rib lines and exceptionally thick internal shell walls, it provides a highly continuous, steady tactile rotation and develops a rich, reflective ruby patina over long-term handling.
[Product Characteristics of PGYB-805]
- The Ingot-Shaped Deep-Belly Geometry: Measuring 35.0mm across the primary horizontal edge paired with an expansive 40.0mm belly depth. This intentional 5mm inverse profile yields a highly dramatic, elongated sycee shape. The 35mm width format ensures an exceptionally nimble footprint for effortless finger rotation, while the protruding 40mm depth actively fills out the center of the hand.
- Textbook Sycee Architecture & Stance: True to its premium pedigree, this pair features wide, sharp side edges and a dead-flat, concave base layout that allows each piece to stand perfectly upright on flat surfaces. The vertical alignment remains straight and neatly centered along the main seams, ensuring an evenly balanced distribution of unit mass.
- Flowing Rippled Topography: The surface pattern consists of a beautifully distributed matrix of broad, fluid vertical wrinkles and clear, shallow natural valleys. This topography avoids sharp or spikey points, providing excellent non-slip traction against the skin while delivering a gentle, comforting micro-massage during daily handling.
- High-Density Wood-Bone Acoustics: Grown to full wild maturity with highly robust, extra-thick internal chamber walls, this pair carries significant physical weight relative to its compact size. When spun or twisted past one another, the mature wood-bone material produces a clear, high-pitched ceramic click rather than a hollow wooden clack.
[Maintenance & Aging Advice]
Because the "Pinggu Yuanbao" lineage features high shell density and an intricate matrix of surface recesses, it is recommended to keep this pair in a sealed bag when resting between handling sessions for the first month. This practice traps natural skin oils effectively to guide a uniform, blotch-free oxidation process across both the prominent ridges and deep recesses. Handling them directly with bare hands—completely avoiding the use of gloves—is the established method to naturally guide them toward a deep, translucent crimson patina over time.
[Specifications]
- Variety: Pinggu Yuanbao Lion Head (Sycee Shape)
- Stock ID: PGYB-805
- Dimensions: 35.0mm (Width) x 40.0mm (Depth/Belly)
- Texture: Fluid, broad vertical ridges structured around an elongated, ingot-shaped silhouette with a concave flat base.
- Best For: Enthusiasts looking for an agile 35mm width pocket-sized pair that delivers the substantial hand-filling volume of a 40mm deep belly, old-lineage symmetry, and a unique sycee silhouette.