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Korean Mother of Pearl Mandarin Duck Coaster Najeon Chilgi National Museum MU:DS

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PREMIUM KOREAN MUSEUM COLLECTIBLENajeon Chilgi Mandarin Duck CoasterNational Museum of Korea | Mother-of-Pearl Inlay | 10cm Round MADE IN KOREA HANDCRAFTED NAJEONCHILGI Najeon ChilgiKorean Important Intangible Cultural Property No.10 - mother-of-pearl on lacquerMandarin DuckThe Korean traditional symbol of married love and lifelong partnershipMuseum AuthenticOfficial MU:DS tie-in to the Lacquer, Coloring Asia special exhibitionABOUT THE BRANDA Centuries-Old Craft, On Your TabletopIn Korea, the art of najeonchilgi - inlaying delicate fragments of mother-of-pearl (called jagae) into a lacquered surface - has been practiced for over a thousand years. The technique reached its golden age during the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392), when Korean najeon lacquerware was so prized that it was sent as a royal gift to the courts of neighboring empires. Today, it is officially designated Korean Important Intangible Cultural Property No.10 - a craft so demanding that fewer than a handful of masters work at the highest level. This MU:DS piece, produced as a tie-in to the National Museum of Korea's special exhibition "Lacquer, Coloring Asia," places a hand-set mother-of-pearl Mandarin duck motif - the Korean traditional symbol of married love - on a compact 10cm round coaster. The result is a piece of living tradition you can use every day.PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSProduct NameNajeon Chilgi Round Coaster (Mandarin Duck)Product Size100 x 100 x 3 mm (Round)Product Weight38 gMaterialMDF Base, Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Lacquer FinishTechniqueTraditional Najeon Chilgi (Mother-of-Pearl Inlay)MotifMandarin Duck (Wonang)CareWipe Gently with Soft Damp Cloth OnlyCountry of ManufactureSouth KoreaTHE MOTIFWhy Mandarin Duck?In Korean tradition, the Mandarin duck (wonang) is the foremost symbol of married love and lifelong fidelity. A pair of Mandarin ducks is a classic Korean wedding gift - they are believed to mate for life, and the bride and groom are traditionally given a pair of carved wonang ducks on their wedding day to bless their marriage. This coaster carries that blessing in the most everyday object - the small disc that sits between a cup and the surface of a table. The mother-of-pearl shimmer of the ducks catches the light differently from every angle.HOW TO USE ITWhere It BelongsUse CaseSuitabilityCup / Glass / Teacup Coaster Designed For ThisDecorative Display / Shelf Piece A Small Art ObjectWedding / Anniversary Gift Mandarin Duck BlessingHousewarming / K-Culture Gift Museum-AuthenticDishwasher / Hot Pot / Soaking Avoid Moisture & Heat Najeonchilgi is a delicate traditional craft. Wipe gently with a soft damp cloth only. Avoid prolonged moisture, dishwasher, direct sunlight, and extreme temperature changes to preserve the lacquer and mother-of-pearl finish.WHY CUSTOMERS CHOOSE THISFive Reasons1A Wedding Blessing in Daily UseThe Mandarin duck (wonang) is the foremost Korean traditional symbol of married love. Carry the blessing into your everyday objects.2Korean Intangible Cultural Heritage CraftNajeon chilgi is recognized as Korean Important Intangible Cultural Property No.10 - a 1,000-year-old craft tradition.3Light That MovesMother-of-pearl (jagae) catches light differently from every angle. The Mandarin duck motif shifts in iridescence as you move around it.4Slim, Compact, Gift-ReadyAt 100mm round and 3mm thin, it ships safely worldwide. The format is small enough to give, big enough to use.5Museum-Authentic Exhibition Tie-InAn official MU:DS piece tied to the National Museum of Korea's special exhibition "Lacquer, Coloring Asia" - not a generic souvenir.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSQ1. How many coasters are included?This listing is for one (1) coaster with the Mandarin Duck motif. The product is sold individually, not as a set.Q2. How do I clean and care for it?Wipe gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not place in a dishwasher, soak in water, or expose to extreme heat or direct sunlight - these will damage the lacquer finish and loosen the mother-of-pearl inlay over time. Treated well, najeon chilgi pieces last generations.Q3. Are there any customs duties or import fees for the US buyer?No. This listing ships Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) to the United States. All US import duties, taxes, and customs clearance fees are pre-paid by the seller. The package arrives with no additional charges.Q4. Will my coaster look exactly like the photo?Najeon chilgi is a handcraft. The Mandarin duck motif design is consistent, but the precise placement, sparkle pattern, and iridescent tone of individual mother-of-pearl fragments will vary slightly between pieces. These small variations are part of the craft and are not defects. Shipping & ReturnsHandling Time: We ship within 1-3 business days after cleared payment.Estimated Delivery: All packages are shipped securely with international tracking. Transit times may vary depending on the destination country and customs clearance processes. Please refer to eBay's official estimated delivery date at checkout.Packaging: Ships in protective cushioning to guard the lacquer finish and mother-of-pearl surface in transit.Return Policy: Returns are accepted ONLY if the item is returned in its original condition ("Unused and Unopened" with original packaging and seals completely intact). Subtle handcraft variations are NOT defects and do not qualify for return. Customs and DutiesFor buyers in the United States:Import duties and taxes are included in the item price or shipping cost.Items shipped to the U.S. are sent under the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) method, which means all import-related charges are prepaid.You don't need to pay any additional fees when your order arrives.For buyers outside the United States:Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.These charges are the buyer's responsibility.Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

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