Chinese Longevity Lock Bead with Ruyi Clouds, Antique Silver or Gold-Tone Alloy

This is a metal bead shaped like a traditional Chinese longevity lock, for jewelry making. Ruyi cloud scrolls curl along the top edge, with the character 福 (good fortune) above a wave pattern in the center. A 2.5 mm hole runs through the bead from side to side.

Details

• Material: Alloy with an antique silver-tone or bright gold-tone finish
• Size: 13 x 10 x 6.9 mm (0.51 x 0.39 x 0.27 in); hole 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
• Weight: 3 g (0.11 oz)
• Sold as: One bead

Options

• Antique Silver: silver-tone with darkened recesses that bring out the cloud and character details.
• Bright Gold: bright yellow gold-tone finish over the same design.

Ways to use it

String it on cord, beading wire or elastic as the centerpiece of a bracelet, necklace or phone charm, or sew it onto clothing. The longevity lock is a traditional Chinese symbol of a long, safe life, which suits gift and good-luck jewelry.

Questions & answers

How big is the bead and its hole?
13 x 10 x 6.9 mm (0.51 x 0.39 x 0.27 in), with a 2.5 mm hole; it weighs 3 g.

What is it made of?
Alloy with an antique silver-tone or bright gold-tone finish.

How is it used?
Thread cord or wire thinner than 2.5 mm through the hole and add spacers or knots on each side.

What is included?
One bead in the finish you choose.

Shipping & returns

Ships from Yiwu, China, usually within 1–3 days; delivery typically takes 10–20 days. Shipping is charged by weight at checkout. 30-day returns: if anything arrives damaged or not as described, send us a photo and we will replace it or refund you.