The Chinese symbols representing long life, Su 壽
and happiness or fortune, Bok 福 are artfully portrayed in modern
script, ancient script and stylized script, in mother of pearl on this lovely
card case and key-ring set, and it is believed, bring long life and
happiness to the bearer of the case. Korea used the Chinese writing
system until the invention of their
unique alphabet by King
Se-jong in the 15th
Century. The inside lid of the stainless case is polished and doubles as
a mirror. The characters are shown a little larger below so they can be
more easily seen. Style CCS007
Case size: (L)3.7" x (W)2.3" x 0.25"
(93 x 59 x 5mm)
Price: $42.00
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