珬 (xù) - A type of coral & a precious stone or gem

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xù ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

信嫣

珬 · xù

A type of coral;

a precious stone or gem;

also refers to a type of coral-like ornament.

A type of corala precious stone or gemalso refers to a type of coral-like ornament.

Usage highlights

Coral ornamentPrecious stoneJade and coralCoral hairpinMarine treasure

Synonyms

  • 珊瑚— coral (more common term)
  • 玉— jade (broader category of precious stones)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The artifact was decorated with coral (珬).
  • Ancient jewelry often featured this precious stone (珬).
  • The museum displayed a hairpin adorned with 珬.

Collocations

  • Coral ornament(珬饰)
  • Precious stone(珬石)
  • Jade and coral(玉珬)
  • Coral hairpin(珬簪)
  • Marine treasure(海珬)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 珬 is a rare character referring to coral or coral-like precious stones in ancient Chinese context.
  • Coral has been valued in Chinese culture as a symbol of status and longevity, often used in jewelry and ornaments.
  • The character appears in classical texts and historical records describing precious materials.

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