Chinese Dong People Prosperity Charm
Collection: Everyday Connections
Object Category: Charms and Talismans
Object Type: Prosperity Charms
Country: China
Continent: Asia
Geographic Region: Eastern Asia
Materials: Silk
width: 16 in;
height: 16 in;
depth: 16 in
This is most likely a cover for a baby carrier embroidered by the Dong ethnic minority of China. It is embroidered with symbols of the mythical money tree, the leaves of which are shaped like coins. The money tree brings prosperity to the child's future.
In feng shui, the actual money tree plant, Pilea peperomioides, symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
Source:
http://usa.chinadaily.com.cn/culture/2011-03/09/content_12143001.htm
https://www.livelyroot.com/products/pilea-peperomioides?srsltid=AfmBOor1E1D_Q_84fWgLqXjiR34IM0QGjHSA2YahrFjKR2QO2RE8lbwO&variant=39429288034386