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product_id: 8410764
title: "Vintage Chinese Wooden Bead Arithmetic Abacus W. Instruction"
brand: "asian home"
price: "VT20976"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Asian Home"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/8410764-vintage-chinese-wooden-bead-arithmetic-abacus-w-instruction
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# Compact 11" x 6.3" x 2.6" size Classic bead arithmetic system Authentic solid wood frame Vintage Chinese Wooden Bead Arithmetic Abacus W. Instruction

**Brand:** asian home
**Price:** VT20976
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧮 Calculate like a legend, display like a boss.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vintage Chinese Wooden Bead Arithmetic Abacus W. Instruction by asian home
- **How much does it cost?** VT20976 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/8410764-vintage-chinese-wooden-bead-arithmetic-abacus-w-instruction)

## Best For

- asian home enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted asian home brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Compact & Stylish:** Perfectly sized to fit your modern workspace or study, blending heritage with contemporary minimalism.
- • **Historical Legacy:** Reignite ancient calculation methods dating back over 2,500 years—connect with a global tradition of merchants and scholars.
- • **Complete Learning Kit:** Includes a detailed English instruction booklet to master bead arithmetic and impress your peers.
- • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Handcrafted vintage-style wooden frame with smooth sliding beads for a tactile, elegant experience.
- • **Decorative Statement Piece:** Intricately patterned leather case adds a sophisticated, cultural flair to your desk or office.

## Overview

This vintage Chinese wooden bead abacus is a compact, handcrafted educational tool measuring approximately 11 x 6.3 x 2.6 inches. Featuring a solid wood frame and smooth sliding beads, it revives an ancient arithmetic method dating back to 1000-500 BC. Packaged in a leather-patterned case with an English instruction booklet, it serves both as a functional calculator and a stylish desk accessory.

## Description

Discover the timeless elegance and practical charm of the abacus with our exquisitely crafted vintage-style model. Originating between 1000 BC and 500 BC in ancient China, the abacus was one of the earliest calculating tools, predating the advent of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system by centuries. This ingenious device, with its wooden frame and sliding beads, revolutionized arithmetic in its time and continues to be a staple for merchants and clerks across China, Japan, Africa, and beyond.

Review: Classic Chinese Abacus - Beautiful decorative abacus.
Review: Wrong description! - The Abacus and box was very nice. The problem is it was smaller in size than the measurements in the description. I guess they don't known how to use a ruler.

## Features

- Discover the timeless elegance and practical charm of the abacus with our exquisitely crafted vintage-style model. Originating between 1000 BC and 500 BC in ancient China, the abacus was one of the earliest calculating tools, predating the advent of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system by centuries.
- This ingenious device, with its wooden frame and sliding beads, revolutionized arithmetic in its time and continues to be a staple for merchants and clerks across China, Japan, Africa, and beyond.
- Presented in a beautifully designed wooden case with a luxurious leather surface. The case features intricate patterns inspired by ancient Chinese artistry, adding a touch of historical grandeur to your desk or study.
- Each abacus is meticulously crafted to ensure a smooth, tactile experience as you slide the beads across the rods, making calculations a pleasure. Accompanying this stunning piece is a comprehensive English instruction booklet that offers step-by-step guidance on bead arithmetic, allowing you to master this classic method of calculation.
- Its dimensions of L14" x W6.5" x H2" make it an elegant yet compact piece that fits seamlessly into any space.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001NW0BC6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #216,703 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #54 in Baby & Toddler Abacuses |
| Date First Available | December 15, 2008 |
| Item Weight | 2.05 pounds |
| Item model number | ANT008 |
| Product Dimensions | 10.9 x 6.3 x 2.6 inches |

## Images

![Vintage Chinese Wooden Bead Arithmetic Abacus W. Instruction - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ExP4fGcOL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the actual size of the abacus excluding the wooden box, is it less than 14 inches long?**
A: The abacus is 9.5 inches long.

**Q: Just received mine. The third column has six beads instead of five. Anyone else?**
A: All of mine have five.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic Chinese Abacus
*by M***N on May 4, 2025*

Beautiful decorative abacus.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wrong description!
*by W***. on November 4, 2024*

The Abacus and box was very nice. The problem is it was smaller in size than the measurements in the description. I guess they don't known how to use a ruler.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As described
*by J***Y on September 11, 2024*

The instructions are clear. The quality is great. I'm getting betterat using it, but half the time I find myself using it as a fidget toy.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vintage Chinese Wooden Bead Arithmetic Abacus W. Instruction
- How To Use A Chinese Abacus: A step-by-step guide to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, roots and more.
- Chinese Abacus: Practical step-by-step Guide

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-20*