[Size] Total length: 6.75"; head part: 1.75" by 1.45". Diameter of stick: 8mm at its thickest (near the head part), 5-6mm at the middle of the stick
[Material] Lignum-vitae Wood

The carp, symbolizes success in business, is captured in this elaborate hand carving in lignum-vitae wood. Fashioned into an elaborate 6.75 inch hair stick, this piece will draw attention and begin conversations. It is an eye-catching addition to your wardrobe.

Story of Carp's Leaping over Dragon's Gate:
The Chinese word for carp is "li" which means advantageous or lucrative. Legend has it that the humble carp swims upstream against the rapid currents of the Yellow River to reach the Dragon Gate. Upon preparation it takes a courageous leap over the rapids and across the gate and transformed itself into the celestial dragon.

This feat is comparable to the state examinations. The story symbolizes the olden days' scholar in preparation for his imperial exam. Upon successful attempt, he will enjoy a lifetime of wealth and prosperity as an imperial officer. The Carp therefore symbolizes great achievements and victories. According to Fengshui, having carp shaped items around your work or study place will enhance the "power" to achieve success.  

[Note]
- Do not drop the hair stick.
- Because this unique piece is hand crafted of all natural materials, sizes, tones and colors may vary slightly.

[About Lignum-vitae Wood]
"Wood of Life". Lignum-vitae is an extremely dense wood which sinks in water. It is one of the heaviest densest wood in the world. Beautiful black green and brown grain. Turns like plastic in the lathe. The fine texture of the wood grain is especially suitable for intricate carving. It features slight sandalwood fragrance. Lignum-vitae has a yellowish green color when it's freshly cut and turns to dark green gradually while under sunshine or light for 24 hours or more. It contains rish protein which causes white crystalized stuff on the surface sometimes. People often thinks it got moldy. But they won't smell anything unpleasant. Actually the color changing and white crystal are two important facts that differ this kind of rare wood from faked ones.