In China, during New Years little red envelopes are given out to family. The envelopes are called "hongbao" in Mandarin or "laisee" in Cantonese; the Americanized name is Lucky Money. The tradition is meant to bring good luck to both the giver and the receiver. The envelopes are also used at special occasions such as weddings. These unique red envelopes have embossed Chinese "Double Happiness" characters with dragon and pheonix designs on the envelope.

High quality paper with Red Metalic embossing

6 envelopes in each set; size is 3.5" X 3.75"

Each has the double happiness character embossed in Red

Use for Chinese New Year, weddings and gift giving

Traditionally envelopes are used to give money or chocolate "gold Coins"