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A crane is considered auspicious in China, Korea, Japan and Vietnam. It is one of the symbols of longevity and is often represented with other symbols of long life, such as pine, bamboo, and the tortoise. Vietnamese people consider crane and dragon to be symbols of their culture. In feudal Japan the crane was protected by the ruling classes and fed by the peasants. When the feudal system was abolished in the Meiji era of the 19th century, the protection of cranes was lost. With effort they have been brought back from the brink of extinction. Japan has named one of their satellites tsuru (crane, the bird). According to tradition, if one folds 1000 origami cranes one's wish for health will be granted. Since the death of Sadako Sasaki this applies to a wish for peace as well.
Also, traditional Chinese 'heavenly cranes' (tian-he) or 'blessed cranes' (xian-he) were messengers of wisdom. Legendary Taoist sages were transported between heavenly worlds on the backs of cranes.
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This is one of the hardest etching fountain pen in gold to be made by China. The crane etched on its cap and barrel are lively and captures my attention. If you do use Japanese fountain pen, you will know the price of such pens starts from a few hundred.
This golden crane pen measures 13cm and comes with a ink suction pump. It writes with a fine gold plated nib and the slip on cap closes with a tick, very impressive.
I love the look, the feel and most of all the wet writing experience! |
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