Mid-to late 20th Century Meditation Balls 1970S-1990S

This set is a pair of Baoding balls (also known as Chinese health or meditation balls), a traditional hand-exercise tool with roots dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). Size: approximately 50mm (2 inches), which is the standard "medium" size for adults and suitable for most beginners Design & Symbolism: The highly reflective, mirror-like finish suggests these are chrome or stainless steel over a hollow iron core. Auditory Element: If you shake them, you will likely hear a soft chime. This is created by a small metal spring and ball inside the hollow core, designed to produce a "yin" and "yang" tone for relaxation. Presentation: They are housed in a traditional red & black brocade "silk" box, which is the standard presentation for these sets when given as gifts or sold as artisanal collectibles. Although we do our best to research and present information and data accurately on all of these collectible estate items we are not appraisers curators or authenticators. Please bid accordingly; All estate items are non returnable non refundable sold as-is where-is with no warranties expressed or implied.