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Wenwan Walnuts: A Brief Introduction
- Wenwan walnuts (文玩核桃), or Chinese culture walnuts, are a traditional Chinese collectible valued for their shells, not their kernels. Collectors seek matched pairs similar in size, shape, texture, and color—common types include Lion's Head, Tiger Head, and Official Cap.
- The core practice is pan (盘): rotating and rubbing the walnuts in the hand. Over time, skin oils and friction create a deep, glossy patina called baojiang (包浆), turning the shells amber or dark red.
- People use them for hand exercise, relaxation, focus, and collecting. Value depends on rarity, size, symmetry, texture, and how well the pair matches.
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