{"product_id":"purple-clay-three-legged-money-toad-tea-pet","title":"Purple Clay Three-Legged Money Toad Tea Pet – Handmade Chinese Tea Table Figurine","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple Clay Three-Legged Money Toad Tea Pet – Handmade Chinese Tea Table Figurine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Little Tea Companion with a Lucky Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your tea table a character of its own with this charming purple clay three-legged money toad tea pet. With its tiny proportions, gently pursed smile, and playful frog-like expression, this miniature Chinese tea figurine brings warmth and personality to your Gongfu tea setup. Inspired by the traditional Jin Chan, or Money Toad, it combines an auspicious folk symbol with the simple pleasure of keeping a little companion by your teapot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinese Tea Pet \/ Tea Table Figurine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Three-Legged Money Toad (Jin Chan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purple Clay (Zisha)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 × 3 × 3.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Chinese, Playful, Auspicious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handcrafted appearance; individual details may vary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from purple clay, this miniature tea pet has the earthy character and tactile appeal associated with traditional Chinese clay teaware. Its compact body features a softly rounded expression, a slightly pursed mouth that looks almost like a friendly smile, and the distinctive three-legged toad form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe appeal lies in its small details. The gently shaped facial features, textured back, and little claws give the figure a lively personality. Subtle variations in the clay and handmade detailing make each piece feel individual rather than perfectly machine-uniform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple clay tea pets are often enjoyed through a practice known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eraising a tea pet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. During a Gongfu tea session, a little leftover tea or rinse water can be poured over the figure. With repeated use, the clay may gradually deepen in color and develop a more mellow, seasoned appearance. This evolving surface is part of the pleasure: the tea pet becomes a small record of the tea sessions it has shared with you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story of the Three-Legged Money Toad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Chinese folk tradition, the three-legged toad, known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJin Chan (金蟾)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or the Money Toad, is associated with wealth, good fortune, and prosperity. Its imagery is often connected with the legend of Liu Hai playing with the golden toad, a popular motif in Chinese art and folk culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional representations may show the toad with three legs and a coin in its mouth or surrounded by strings of coins. These details express wishes for good fortune, financial well-being, and abundance. The three-legged toad has consequently become a familiar auspicious figure in Chinese decorative art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis little tea pet brings that traditional symbolism into a more relaxed setting. Its cheerful expression makes it less formal than a grand ornamental sculpture and more like a friendly companion sitting beside your teapot. Whether you enjoy its cultural story or simply love its playful appearance, it adds a meaningful detail to your tea space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Miniature Companion for Your Tea Table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt just 3 × 3 × 3.5cm, this purple clay tea pet takes up very little room. Place it beside a Gaiwan, Yixing teapot, or tea tray and let it become part of your everyday tea ritual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring Gongfu tea preparation, you can gently pour a little tea over the figure rather than letting the rinse water go to waste. Watching its surface gradually change with use adds a small, satisfying ritual to each tea session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also a natural conversation starter when sharing tea with friends. Its tiny size and smiling expression make it an appealing gift for Chinese tea enthusiasts, collectors of miniature figurines, and anyone who enjoys distinctive tea table accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more about traditional tea preparation, explore our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/gongfu-tea-brewing-guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Tea Brewing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/pages\/gongfu-tea-brewing-guide\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse gently with clean water before its first use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you enjoy developing a tea patina, occasionally pour a little tea or tea rinse over the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistribute tea evenly if you prefer a more uniform change in color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the tea pet to air-dry between sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove trapped tea leaves or residue promptly, especially around textured details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid leaving it submerged in standing tea or water for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid sudden temperature changes, such as pouring boiling water over a very cold tea pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle carefully and avoid dropping it, as purple clay can chip or break if knocked against a hard surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gradual deepening of color is a natural and individual process. The final appearance depends on the clay, tea used, frequency of use, and care routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"Little Golden Toad","offer_id":67907972890938,"sku":"TW-HMCJ-XJC116","price":28.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Little Golden Toad + Lotus Leaf","offer_id":67907972923706,"sku":"TW-HMCJ-JCHY116","price":45.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/PurpleClayThree-LeggedToadTeaPet_AWealth-AttractingFrogFigurineforTeaTables_1.jpg?v=1793934176","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/products\/purple-clay-three-legged-money-toad-tea-pet","provider":"MoriMa Tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}