Three Legged Toad -Money Frog- Button

This Three-Legged Frog - Amber Statue- is found sitting on a pile of Chinese Coins and is one of the most popular pieces in our catalogue. The mythical Chan Chu is said to appear every full moon near homes which the residents will receive good news the very next day. This is usually in the form of wealth or monetary gain. They are called "Chan Chu" in Chinese but is more commonly known as the Money Frog or the Three Legged Toad. In ancient China, these mythical Toads are believed to be the bringer of fortune. They are traditionally placed next to the Altar of the Earth God. The Three-Legged Money Frog holds a Chinese Coin in its mouth and sits on a pile of gold coins. On the back of the Money Frog are 7 diamond dots depicting the Ursa Major (Great North Pole 7 Stars). The seven stars of the Northern Skies are where the study of Chinese Elemental Astrology is based. These same 7 stars coupled with 2 hidden supporting stars in the Northern Skies represent the famous 9 Stars of the Bagua. And needless to say, this is the basis for all study on Feng Shui. Commonly used today as symbols of wealth, the Money Toad is placed near cash registrars, receptions, managers' desk and offices of many successful businesses in Oriental countries. At home the Money Toad is placed in the corners of the living room or family rooms to enhance wealth chi of the household. The Money Toad or Chan Chu is kept in the corner diagonally across from the entrance to a room. The corner of a room is known to be the focal point where chi gathers. The Money Toad is placed in these corners to activate what is traditionally believed to be 'Wealth Luck' of the household. Photo Design by Norman Reutter