Chinese Charm Appraisal

Chinese Feng Shui Coin Pendant with Smaller Coin and Resin Embellishment

This item is a decorative pendant featuring a large, antique-style Chinese 'feng shui' coin, embellished with a smaller, genuine or replica ancient Chinese coin set within a translucent, light-colored resin or plexiglass oval. The main coin is circular, crafted from a dark, brass or bronze-toned metal with a prominent, aged patina, suggesting significant handling or intentional distressing to achieve an antique appearance. It features raised ideograms or characters, likely Chinese, on its surface, indicating 'Full Hall of Prosperity' or similar auspicious phrases commonly found on such items. There is no visible central square hole on the large coin, differentiating it from traditional cash coins. A black cord, possibly leather or waxed cotton, passes through an aperture at the top of the large coin, serving as a suspension loop. Affixed towards the bottom center of the large coin is an oval-shaped, milky white or light-grey translucent resin piece, which cradles a smaller, traditional Chinese cash coin. This smaller coin is also made of a brass or bronze-colored metal, exhibiting a central square hole and discernible Chinese characters, possibly 'Kangxi Tongbao' (康熙通寶), a common inscription from the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1662-1722) during the Qing Dynasty, implying it may be a genuine antique or a very well-made replica. The resin piece appears to have some minor wear or scuffs on its surface. The overall condition of the brass coins suggests an aged aesthetic, with a rich, dark brown and greenish patina, and some possible surface scratches consistent with use. The craftsmanship appears to be a blend of traditional coin design and modern decorative assembly. The item exudes a cultural or symbolic significance, likely intended for good fortune or protection, popular in East Asian traditions.