In China, during New Years little red envelopes are given out to family. The envelopes are called ìhongbaoî in Mandarin or ìlaiseeî 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 gold envelopes have embossed Chinese "Double Happiness" characters surrounded by birds and plum blossoms; each has special meanings for prosperity and longevity.

High quality Gold paper with gold embossing

6 envelopes in each set; size is 3.5" square

Each has the double happiness character embossed in gold

Use for Chinese New Year, weddings and gift giving

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