24K Yellow Gold Pixiu Charm Bead (Chuk Kam)
Pendant / Charm Bead · Yellow Gold (Traditional 24K rich buttery alloy with high purity)
Purity: 24K (99.9% pure gold / 999 fineness), consistent with 'Chuk Kam' standards
Type
Pendant / Charm Bead
Purity
24K (99.9% pure gold / 999 fineness), consistent with 'Chuk Kam' standards
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (Traditional 24K rich buttery alloy with high purity)
Weight
Estimated 1.5 - 3.5 grams; commonly produced in 'Tola' or 'Liang' weight fractions
Description
An auspicious 24K gold Pixiu charm bead, depicting the mythical winged lion associated with wealth attraction. The creature is intricately detailed with traditional motifs including ancient Chinese coins and characters for luck and prosperity.
Key Features
3D Pixiu form, relief-carved coins on the body, 999 high-purity gold luster, and internal horizontal bore
Color & Finish
Deep saturated yellow with a satin-matte sandblasted body and high-polish accents on motifs
Hallmarks & Stamps
999 purity mark likely present on the underside or inner bore; characteristic Chinese/Asian mint stamps
Dimensions Estimate
Approximately 12mm x 6mm x 5mm; petite to standard charm sizing for cord bracelets
Gemstones & Inlays
None; features relief-work 'Feng Shui' coins and auspicious script characters
Clasp & Closure
Slide-through bead style (horizontal bore); no integrated clasp; designed for silk or leather cord
Chain & Links
Solid/semi-solid cast body with a smooth internal channel for threading
Craftsmanship Details
Precision vacuum casting with secondary sandblast textured finish and polished relief elements
Authentication Indicators
High-purity deep yellow color (not brassy); matte texture hiding casting seams; high specific gravity appearance
Origin & Maker
Likely Hong Kong, China, or Southeast Asian manufacture (e.g., Chow Tai Fook, Lukfook)
Era & Period
Contemporary (2000s-present) following traditional Feng Shui aesthetic traditions
Age Estimate
Circa 2010–2024; modern casting techniques visible in the crisp character relief
Cultural Significance
Deeply significant in Chinese culture as a protective talisman for wealth and warding off evil spirits
Condition Notes
Very Good; typical light surface abrasions consistent with 24K gold which is exceptionally soft
Value Estimate
Primarily valued by gold spot price + 15-30% craftsmanship premium; roughly $150-$350 USD depending on exact weight
Care & Maintenance
Avoid chemicals; clean only with soft cloth and warm water; 24K is very soft and prone to denting
Similar Items
18K Pixiu charms (less yellow, harder), Gold-plated brass replicas (lack weight and color depth)
Interesting Facts
The Pixiu is a mythical hybrid creature that has a voracious appetite for gold and jewels but no anus, symbolizing wealth entering and never leaving.