Do you know four beautiful baby accessories around the world? They are China’s long-life-lock, Egypt’s talisman, Greece’s evil eye and Native Americans’ baby papoose.
As a Chinese, I know Long life-lock necklace is a Chinese traditional accessory worn especially by young children in order to secure/wish them a long, healthy life. It was made of silver and hanged around the neck. In the past, it was a custom that when children were one month old, relatives and family members gave a lock to him or her as a gift and the lock wouldn't be taken off until the children got married.
The long life lock is a protective amulet that ensures babies continue with good health, unharmed, free from injuries and live a long life blessed with prosperity. It protects against harm and sickness and the lock secures good health and longevity for the child until a hundred years old. There is the powerful symbol of ultimate blessings "fook" in the center of the lock which translates to good fortune, ultimate happiness, descendants luck, wealth, riches, health and longevity to people owning them. It is also being surrounded by Chinese words "yong bao ping an" and "chang ming bai sui" which means safe life forever and longevity. This is the best gift for children and new borns.
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