琫 (běng) - A decorative sheath or ornament on the upper

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琫 · běng

A decorative sheath or ornament on the upper part of a sword or dagger scabbard in ancient China.

A decorative sheath or ornament on the upper

Usage highlights

Jade bengBronze bengSword bengScabbard ornamentDagger fittingAncient weapon decoration

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The sword's scabbard had a jade ornament (玉琫).
  • Archaeologists found a bronze scabbard ornament (青铜琫).
  • The dagger's decorative fitting was called a beng (匕首的琫).

Collocations

  • Jade beng(玉琫)
  • Bronze beng(青铜琫)
  • Sword beng(剑琫)
  • Scabbard ornament(刀鞘装饰琫)
  • Dagger fitting(匕首配件琫)
  • Ancient weapon decoration(古代兵器装饰琫)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used in ancient Chinese weaponry as both decorative and functional component of scabbards.
  • Often made of precious materials like jade or bronze, indicating the owner's status.
  • Primarily appears in archaeological and historical contexts rather than modern usage.

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