{"product_id":"rare-palace-lantern-gongdeng-wenwan-walnuts-42mm-x-40mm-gd-17e6","title":"\"Palace Lantern\" Gongdeng GD-17E6 Low-Profile Wenwan Walnuts Pair | 42.0mm x 40.0mm | GD-17E6","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis single-inventory listing features the exact pair of Wenwan walnuts shown in the product gallery. Carrying the stock ID GD-17E6, this collector's set is a rare, premium specimen combining a squatted, lantern-like silhouette with the broad dropped shoulders, dense timber, and deeply carved texture matrix of the celebrated \"Palace Lantern\" (Gongdeng \/ GD) lineage. The pieces measure 42.0mm x 40.0mm (labeled as 4.2cm x 4.0cm). They showcase a naturally compressed vertical stance with broad dropped shoulders, a flat foundation base, and a deeply layered textured grid. The pair has been fully cured, cleaned, and brushed for international shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock: 1 of 1 (Single Unique Inventory)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Palace Lantern Lineage (Gongdeng \/ GD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 42.0mm x 40.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: S Tier Premium Selection (21 Pair Match Score)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[About the Palace Lantern Variety]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Palace Lantern (Gongdeng) variety is an extraordinary, highly prized strain in the traditional Wenwan walnut community. Named for its classic polygonal, lantern-like structure—featuring broad shoulders, a low-profile compressed stance, and rhythmic vertical ribbing reminiscent of traditional imperial court lanterns—this strain naturally restricts excess vertical growth while expanding along its equator. Built upon wild mountain timber heritage, its extra-thick rinds shift mass horizontally to maximize palm contact. The result is a heavy, perfectly balanced framework that lowers rolling resistance across the fingers for fluid continuity, smooth turning leverage, and superb tactile feedback during single-handed palm rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Characteristics of GD-17E6]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42.0mm x 40.0mm Low-Profile Template: Presenting a well-proportioned mid-to-large stance (42mm width \/ 40mm height), this pair offers a broad, hand-filling footprint designed for smooth turning leverage and comfortable daily hand-play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProportional Shape Match: The two independent walnuts demonstrate outstanding morphological pairing (rated S), mirroring each other with broad base foundations, uniform outer side profiles, and closely coordinated drop-shoulder curves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymmetrical Grid Alignment: From both top-down and profile perspectives, the set highlights highly consistent central main ridge tracks, uniform outer rind thickness, and beautifully aligned center pathways running across both shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Bone Density Wild Timber: Hard-grown from wild mountain orchards, the extra-thick rinds possess exceptional organic density, generating a clear, solid, porcelain-like acoustic chime during manual play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Basic Care \u0026amp; Aging Info]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collectible variety is grown strictly for hand-play (pan) and is completely distinct from common edible fruit variants. Through regular handling with clean, bare hands or white cotton gloves during early stages, the high-density wood grain steadily absorbs natural skin oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtisan Coloration Tip: To keep the valleys immaculate, brush the deep crevices thoroughly with a standard bristle brush after each handling session. When not actively playing with your pair, storing them back inside an airtight sealed bag will significantly accelerate the oxidation process, helping them develop a deep, glossy, translucent red-brown patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Specifications]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Palace Lantern Lineage (Gongdeng \/ GD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock ID: GD-17E6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 42.0mm x 40.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Features: Broad foundation base with dropped lantern-style shoulders and a cleanly centered low-profile top apex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexture: Interconnected hive-like wrinkles, dense vertical channels, and a well-distributed surface grid layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest For: Collectors looking for an agile, low-profile Palace Lantern pair with outstanding S-tier symmetry, fluid rotation, and a fast-aging wild timber composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ThePatinaProject","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50528988561647,"sku":null,"price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/8741\/8095\/files\/1_cad69444-da51-4856-849b-c45050bd2d67.jpg?v=1786954046","url":"https:\/\/zenwalnut.com\/zh\/products\/rare-palace-lantern-gongdeng-wenwan-walnuts-42mm-x-40mm-gd-17e6","provider":"ThePatinaProject","version":"1.0","type":"link"}