1. The historical origin of Peaceful buckle

In the founding period of Hongshan Culture and Liangzhu Culture, the Hongshan Culture area was mostly composed of linked jade bi made of green jade, while the Liangzhu Culture area was mostly composed of tremolite, which was plain and without patterns and polished on the surface. The overall size of the jade bi at this time was large and the shape was irregular. It mainly had the functions of decoration and burial.
The Shang and Zhou dynasties were a transitional period. The jade bi was endowed with sacred functions and became a noble ritual vessel. The overall shape is regular, the outer edge is polished with rounded corners, and the center hole is drilled through. Most of the jade bi in the Shang Dynasty was plain and without patterns. In the Zhou Dynasty, there were two types of large and small. Small jade bi was carved with exquisite patterns, such as dragon patterns, phoenix patterns and bird patterns.
The Warring States Period was a prosperous period. The texture of jade was good, and green jade and white jade were used more as jade bi. The overall body of the bi was thin, the shape was regular, and the carving was bright. The inner and outer edges were carved with negative lines. The cross-section was triangular and vertical, and there were also out-of-frame jade bi.
The Han Dynasty entered a period of decline, and the material of the jade bi followed the style of the Warring States Period. Most of them were used as burial jades, and the patterns were more complicated.
The Song Dynasty and the Qing Dynasty were periods of imitation of the ancient times. Jade bi imitating the Warring States Period and the Han Dynasty began to appear, reaching its peak during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. At this time, jade bi was mainly used for offering sacrifices to heaven and playing with appreciation, and was rarely used for burial.
The modern era is a derivative period. The overall shape of the Peaceful buckle is round, with a slightly smaller hole in the middle, and it can be thin or thick. The surface is mostly plain and has no patterns, and there are few carved patterns. According to the form, it can be divided into flat type, curved type and inlaid type, and the decorative forms include traditional ties and metal inlays.

2. The connotation of the Peaceful buckle

One of the meanings of the Peaceful buckle is peace and health, as a song goes: “Life is not easy, just want to be safe and sound.” Peace and health are the basis of everything we do, and the Ping An Kou just satisfies people’s desire for peace. On the premise of implying peace, the Ping An Kou also means to attract wealth and treasure. Its appearance is very similar to ancient copper coins. The ancients believed that ancient copper coins could ward off evil and ensure peace. As an ornament, the Ping An Kou was also a symbol of wealth and status in ancient times, implying a wide source of wealth. At the same time, the Ping An Kou is also called the Nostalgic Arhat Eye. In ancient times, it was regarded as a sacred object that could ward off evil and avoid disasters, with the meaning of warding off evil and avoiding disasters. In addition, the shape of the Ping An Kou is round inside and round outside, implying the principle of being flexible and flexible in dealing with people and things, which is in line with the traditional Chinese doctrine of the mean.
The outer circle of the Ping An Kou symbolizes the roundness of the sky, implying the vastness of heaven; the inner circle symbolizes the heart and the peace and tranquility of the inner world. It contains people’s most simple and elegant good wishes, cleverly connecting people and nature, and represents harmony, symbiosis and tolerance. After thousands of years of evolution and development, the shape of the Peaceful buckle has become more and more diverse, from the common flat Peaceful buckle to the flat cylindrical Peaceful buckle, threaded Peaceful buckle, gold and jade Peaceful buckle, etc. Moreover, there are no special taboos and requirements for wearing the Peaceful buckle, and it can be worn by men, women, old and young. Its style is grand, and it looks simple and generous when hung on the chest. The Peaceful buckle decorated with round beads of precious stones such as red and crystal is more elegant. Drivers hang the Peaceful buckle in the car, which means blessing a safe journey. A small Peaceful buckle contains profound cultural connotations and people’s yearning for a better life.

3. Types of Peaceful buckle

• Concentric circle Peaceful buckle: The most common concentric circle Peaceful buckle on the market has a circular shape and a hole in the middle, and is the most regular one. It can be subdivided into small hole Peaceful buckle, plump donut-shaped Peaceful buckle and flat Peaceful buckle. The small hole Peaceful buckle has a very small hole in the middle, which can retain most of the jade material; the plump concentric circle Peaceful buckle is shaped like a donut, very plump and round, and pleasing; the flat concentric circle Peaceful buckle is more simple and fashionable. The outer circle and the hole in the middle of the concentric circle Peaceful buckle are both circular, which means peace and perfection. It is suitable for married people to wear, and can protect the harmony between husband and wife and the happiness of the family. The overall look is simple and generous, giving people a sense of calmness.
• Mother-child Peaceful buckle: Mother-child Peaceful buckle is a pair, one large and one small, usually made from the same piece of material. In the middle is the common concentric circle Peaceful buckle, the difference is that there is an extra circle outside. Mother-child Peaceful buckle can be worn together or separately. If the mother and child wear it, it means that the mother and child are connected, safe and healthy; if the couple wears it, it means that they are forever united and happy. It not only means peace, but also symbolizes the close mother-child relationship, reflecting the warmth of the family and the connection of emotions.
• Square Peaceful buckle: The outer periphery of the square Peaceful buckle is square, with a round hole in the middle. The shape breaks the convention and is relatively rare. Its biggest feature is that it is square outside and round inside, similar to the jade cong in the six rituals of ancient sacrifices, but it is more rounded, will not prick the hand, and is more suitable for wearing. Some scholars believe that this shape of Peaceful buckle evolved from the ornaments of Tibetan Buddhism, so it is also called Tibetan Peaceful buckle. The square Peaceful buckle is a bold innovation based on the classic style, giving people a different kind of beauty.
• Fish-eye Peaceful buckle: The fish-eye Peaceful buckle is oval in shape, thick and full overall, with a large curvature on the top and a smooth hole. It is named because it looks like a fish eye. In traditional Chinese culture, fish is a symbol of beauty. There is “carp jumping over the dragon gate” to represent promotion, and there is also “like a fish in water” to describe a smooth life and career. The fish-eye Peaceful buckle has a unique shape, with the eye on one side, which can well show the overall jade quality and is suitable for playing.

In addition to the above common types of Peaceful buckle, there are also threaded Peaceful buckles, which are as beautiful and dazzling as the sun; inlaid gold Peaceful buckles, which are luxurious and unique; carved Peaceful buckles, which are based on various types of Peaceful buckles and have patterns carved on the surface, such as carved auspicious clouds to add a touch of luck, carved flowers and grass to add a bit of natural aura, and some people call this type of Peaceful buckle “flower buckle”. These rich and diverse shapes add a fashionable and trendy beauty to the simple charm of the Peaceful buckle.

4. The materials of the Peaceful buckle are diverse

• The gold Peaceful buckle is made of gold as the main material, which is meant to attract wealth. There are various carvings on its surface, which is very beautiful and a symbol of wealth. Since gold represents money and the shape of the Peaceful buckle is similar to a copper coin, the combination of the two can further promote the Feng Shui effect of the Peaceful buckle. Wearing it for a long time will greatly improve your wealth.
• The texture of jade Peaceful buckle is transparent and full of spirit, which is very popular. It can protect the owner from disasters. From this point of view, jade is undoubtedly a very qualified material for Peaceful buckle. Jade Peaceful buckle also has the functions of inheriting culture, decorating and beautifying, and pleasing mood. It inherits the appearance of ancient jade carvings, implying peace, health, and prosperity. It can show the elegant and noble temperament of the wearer, and it is also a good amulet for protection.
• The Hetian jade Peaceful buckle is warm and delicate, and it is very beautiful when made into a Peaceful buckle. Hetian jade has the function of exorcising evil spirits and keeping safe. Wearing a Hetian jade Peaceful buckle can keep safe and protect yourself. At the same time, Hetian jade contains rich trace elements. Long-term wearing can help the human body absorb these trace elements, promote blood circulation, enhance immunity, and have the effect of health preservation. In addition, the Hetian jade Peaceful buckle also has the effect of warding off evil spirits, which can better play the role of the Peaceful buckle.
• Crystal Peaceful buckle is a very powerful Feng Shui stone, often worn as a talisman. Peaceful buckle made of crystal can enhance the positive energy of the human body and keep away from negative energy fields.
• Beeswax Peaceful buckle has the effect of warding off evil and bringing good luck, and the golden beeswax also has the effect of attracting wealth. If you are a businessman, wearing a beeswax peace locket will have a better effect.

Peaceful buckle made of different materials has its own characteristics, which not only makes Peaceful buckle look richer, but also gives it different functions. Regardless of the material ofPeaceful buckle, it carries people’s pursuit of beautiful meanings such as peace, auspiciousness, and wealth.