Bookmarks with Chinese characters

Three bookmarks made of copper

Made of copper, the set consists of three bookmarks of different shapes with openwork designs.

The vase-shaped bookmark bears bamboo patterns. Together they form a pun that means to wish for safety and peace.

The vase-shaped bookmark

The bookmark in the shape of the Chinese character for blessing (fu) contains lesser characters in various scripts all over its body. The design is also known as “a hundred fu”, indicating abundant blessings.

Bookmarks in the shape of Chinese characters for book (shu) and blessing (fu)

The design of the bookmark in the shape of the Chinese character for book (shu) reminds its user of the benefits of reading.

These small bookmarks contain profound historical and cultural significance.