江苏南通有一架“巨无霸”大算盘，重2.6吨，每颗算盘珠重12.6斤，市场估价3亿多人民币。

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这架巨型紫檀木算盘连底座长8.23米，高2.58米，重2.6吨，共有算珠175颗，每颗重12.6斤。

人与算盘的合影

这个算盘是由多名工艺大师历时4年精心制作而成的，采用了名贵木材紫檀作为材料。它制作非常精良，用料非常考究，是目前世界上最大的紫檀算盘。

Crafted by skilled artisans over a span of four years, this abacus is constructed from the finest red sandalwood, a prized material. It boasts exceptional craftsmanship and is the largest of its kind worldwide.

中国是算盘的故乡，在计算机已被普遍使用的现代社会，古老的算盘并没有被废弃，反而因其灵便和准确等优点，在许多国家逐渐受到重视。珠算已被联合国教科文组织正式列为人类非物质文化遗产。

China, the birthplace of the abacus, has witnessed a significant shift towards the widespread use of computers today. However, rather than being left behind, the ancient abacus is experiencing a resurgence in many countries due to its numerous advantages such as flexibility and accuracy. This enduring tool has even been recognized as a significant intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.

这架算盘色泽鲜艳，有瑰丽的纹理，看起来十分耀眼。

紫檀大算盘局部

这架算盘是展示厅的镇厅之宝，有人看后说，这一颗珠子能切100多个手串，太奢侈了。

紫檀大算盘局部