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What gifts did China give for Valentine's Day in ancient times?

Gifts for Valentine's Day in ancient China included handmade paper magpies, weaver origami, Qixi embroidery, sachets and jade articles.

1, handmade paper magpie

On Valentine's Day in China, hand-made paper magpies were given to my sweetheart, symbolizing the meeting and love between Cowherd and Weaver Girl.

2. Weaver's origami

Fold colored paper into the image of a weaver girl, symbolizing love and good wishes.

3. Qixi embroidery

Send a beautifully crafted embroidery work, such as the pattern of Qixi or a greeting, to represent the blessing and yearning for love.

4, sachet

Make a sachet and put spices in it, symbolizing wishing love sweet and lasting, and making people think of each other when they smell the fragrance.

5. Jade articles

Ancient jade articles symbolizing blessing and good luck, such as jade bracelets and Yu Pei, are also one of the gifts that the ancients like to give.