Ch'an Chu

Ch'an Chu, a.k.a., King Money Frog, Wealth Toad, Money Toad, is a creature in Chinese folklore that is believed to rule over and protect money.

Appearance: Ch'an Chu appears as a large, three-legged toad with red eyes. He is usually portrayed with a coin in his mouth. For images of Ch'an Chu, click HERE.

Lore: On nights of the full moon, Ch'an Chu will make an appearance at households that are destined to experience extreme good luck.

Powers: Ch'an Chu rules over money. He can draw wealth as well as protect one's money. Keeping a statue of Ch'an Chu in one's home is said to promote wealth and protect one's finances.

Defense Against Ch'an Chu: Ch'an Chu posses no threat to humans. If he should make an appearance at your house it would be best not to harm or damage him.

Ch’an Chu: The Lucky Money Toad