precious, rare

is composed of the BuShou of (jade) and 㐱(rash, measles). 㐱 depicts a man with rashes or measles on his body, the skin with rashes need to be handled with care, as it is some rare treasure.

Vocabulary of 珍

  • 珍饈 (delicacy)
  • 珍珠 (pearl)

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