The Tang Dao Xianglong (Soaring Dragon) is a handcrafted full tang Chinese Tang dynasty dao evoking the soaring, ascending spirit of the dragon in full flight — a blade that captures the moment when the dragon leaves the earth and rises into the sky. A refined collector piece of classical Tang dao proportions. Ships from US warehouse.
Xianglong — The Dragon Takes Flight
The name Xianglong (Soaring Dragon) captures one of the most dramatic moments in Chinese dragon mythology — the moment when the dragon leaves the earth and rises into the sky, wings spread, ascending to its full power and freedom. The character xiang means to soar, to fly high, to ascend with wings spread — a word of upward, expansive movement. Combined with long (dragon), it creates an image of the dragon at the apex of its power — soaring above the clouds, commanding the sky. In Chinese culture, the ascending dragon is a symbol of ambition, ascent, and the realization of potential.
Tang Dao — The Dynasty Blade
The Tang dao is the single-edged sword of the Tang dynasty (618–907 CE) — a slightly curved, single-edged blade that influenced sword design across East Asia. Handcrafted with full tang construction, ensuring authentic balance and structural integrity throughout the blade.
Who Is This For?
Collectors drawn to dragon motifs and Tang dynasty sword aesthetics
Chinese sword enthusiasts seeking a soaring dragon Tang dao under $120
Display collectors who want a classically proportioned Tang dao centerpiece
Gift buyers seeking a meaningful Chinese collector sword with dragon symbolism
Ships from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. For collectors and adults 18+ only.
