Empress Xiaoduan's Phoenix Coronet Inspires a New Trend!
Who knew that fridge magnets could be so cool? 😎 The National Museum of China has launched a set of fridge magnets inspired by the stunning phoenix coronet of Empress Xiaoduan from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and they're taking social media by storm!
A Piece of History on Your Fridge Door
These magnets aren't your average souvenirs. Crafted in both wood and metal, they beautifully replicate the intricate designs of the original coronet—a treasure that's so precious, it's forbidden to be exhibited abroad. Talk about exclusive! 🤑
Sales Soar Like a Phoenix
Liao Fei, deputy head of the museum's operation and development department, shared that over 80,000 magnets have been snapped up in just three months! That's over 10 million yuan (about $1.4 million) in sales. Cha-ching! 💰
Why All the Hype?
Turns out, young people are super into cultural and creative products these days. According to the 2024 Cultural and Creative Industry Report by the Shanghai-based Mob research institute, more than 95% of respondents are keen to buy such goodies, with 74.1% wanting them for their collections.
Mixing Tradition with Tech
Not only are there wooden magnets, but the museum also rolled out metal ones with AR special effects. Scan a QR code, and you can see yourself rocking the coronet! 🤳 How's that for blending history with modern tech?
No Overnight Sensation
Despite what some might think, the phoenix coronet was already a hit before the magnets. Many visitors flocked to the museum just to snap pics of it. The magnets are just helping share the love. ❤️
Keeping Up with Demand
Liao admits they didn't expect the magnets to be this popular. Production is ramping up, with plans to churn out 5,000 wooden magnets daily soon, and metal ones already increased from 3,000 to 5,000 per day.
Join the Cultural Craze!
If you're into blending fashion, history, and a dash of tech, these fridge magnets are a must-have. They’re not just souvenirs—they're a piece of Chinese heritage you can hold in your hand. Get yours before they're gone! 😉
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Museum-inspired fridge magnets boost confidence in Chinese culture
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