Ornamental Walnuts (文玩核桃)
A matched pair of hand-polished Juglans hopeiensis walnuts — the beloved Chinese art form passed down through dynasties. Rolled in the palm, they develop a deep amber patina over time. Equal in size, weight, and grain. A gift that only gets better with age.
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Looking for a rarer pair?
The pairs available here are great everyday walnuts — but if you're after something truly special, I work directly with growers and traders in Laishui, Hebei, one of the historic centers of wenwan walnut cultivation, to source rarer shapes, larger sizes, and older, better-aged pairs.
Availability changes constantly and the good ones move fast, so I don't list these on the site. Reach out and I'll send over a catalogue of what's currently on hand, with photos and pricing.
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