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Turquoise, Coral Necklace, Chinese, Circa 1920-1930
Located in Southbury, CT
This beautiful and beautifully simple necklace was handmade in China in the 1920s or into the 1930s
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Beautiful Vintage Chinese Emerald Green Jadeite Beaded Bracelet up to 7.5" wrist
Located in Richmond, CA
, a stone revered in Chinese culture for its beauty and symbolic significance, is complemented by
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade

Set of 11 Early Spode Ironstone Imari Dessert Dishes Made circa 1815
By Spode
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
producing stone china in 1813 as an alternative to porcelain. Stone china, also known as ironstone due to
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Incredible 20.30 Carat Bi Color Tourmaline Specimen from Kunar Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
popular gemstone; the name Tourmaline is derived from Turamali, which is thought to mean "stone with mixed
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

18.01 Gram Stunning Bi Color Tourmaline Specimen from Kunar Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
name Tourmaline is derived from Turamali, which is thought to mean "stone with mixed colors." Color is
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

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Derby Figure of Shepherdess with Garlanded Lamb, ca 1760
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Derby figure of a shepherdess with a garlanded lamb, made in or shortly after 1760. The figure is one half of a set called the "Garland Shepherds"; originally she ...
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Map of India during the height of the Mughal Imperial Expansion, 1713
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'L'Inde de ca le Gange (..)'. Beautiful original antique map embracing most of India, made during the height of the Mughal imperial expansion. The map encompasses ...
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Antique Early 18th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

Belleek Cabaret Tea Set, Cream Cob Lustre, Erne, Victorian, 1890s
By Belleek Pottery Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is an extremely rare Belleek cabaret set for two, or "tête-à-tête", made in the Erne series brought out in the 1890s. The items carry the 2nd Black Mark, used between 1891 and 1...
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Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Dominick & Haff 1907 Set of 12 Sterling Silver Dinner Plates/ Chargers
By Dominick & Haff
Located in New York, NY
Dominick & Haff set of 12 sterling silver multilobed dinner plates or chargers from 1907, with floral motifs and curvilinear designs adorning the rim, with a heavy gage. Each measure...
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Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Certified 6.94 Cts Lucky Jade & White Gold Bracelet, Patches of Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This is certified natural jadeite jade. The bracelet is set in 18k white gold. The jade donut (6.94cts) is light green with patches of bright apple gre...
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2010s Hong Kong Chain Bracelets

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jadeite Jade Crane Bird Shòu Mid-Century Carved Bangle Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This mid-century natural jadeite jade bangle has a translucent deep green and light green color. The bangle is beautifully carved with the traditional Chinese lucky shòu symbol - Shò...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Bangles

Materials

Jade

Jadeite Jade Crane Bird Shòu Mid-Century Carved Bangle Bracelet
Jadeite Jade Crane Bird Shòu Mid-Century Carved Bangle Bracelet
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W 0.65 in D 0.34 in Dm 3.08 in
Scrives Light Blue Green Tourmaline 22 Karat Gold Handmade Cocktail Ring
By Scrives
Located in Paris, Paris
This delicate ring by Scrives is composed of a light blueish green (celadon colour) tourmaline of 3.69cts. The stone is hold by 2 gold lines that form the band. This design allows li...
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2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 2022 Holiday Pendant Necklace Green Celadon Porcelain & White
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels 2022 Holiday Pendant Necklace The highly sought after VCA 2022 holiday necklace in Green Celadon Porcelain and White Gold with a diamond in the centre Accompani...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a cir...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Architectural Elements

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Stone, Copper

PH Bow Grand Piano in American Red Maple Burl with Brass, Modern, Sculptural
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
- All prices are listed ex works. - 5 year guarantee. - We regularly crate, ship and install PH Pianos worldwide with full insurance. This gorgeous new PH Bow Grand Piano, finis...
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2010s Danish Art Deco Musical Instruments

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Brass

David Yurman Green Onyx Sterling Silver Spiritual Bead Bracelet 8mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Material Sterling Silver Green onyx 8mm Bracelet Length 8'' Condition New, never worn Comes with David Yurman pouch
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes Head Sculpture, 4th Century, Greece
Located in Girona, Spain
Hermes head sculpture. Greek Bust representing Hermes. Hermes is an Olympian deity, the God of Speed, in ancient Greek religion and mythology. Sculpted white marble with a metal b...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Busts

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Stone, Marble, Metal

Antique Chinese Celadon Jade Hulu Bead Bodhi Seeds Bracelet - BEAUTIFUL PATINA
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage Chinese bracelet is a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, featuring Bodhi seeds, also known as "Phoenix Eye" seeds, and a distinctive late 19th-century...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Bracelets

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Jade

Chippendale-Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
An outstanding set of Chippendale-style dining chairs, created from designs by Thomas Chippendale, one of history's most celebrated artisans. A testimony to the incredible workmanshi...
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Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Chippendale-Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
Chippendale-Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
H 36.75 in W 22.25 in D 20 in
Larger Than Life Terracotta Buddha Bust of Guanyin, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Antwerp, BE
A massive larger than life terracotta buddha bust of Guan Yin, China, early 20th century. Broken and restored with wear and tear from enduring exposure to the elements. Size: 75 cm h...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Terracotta

Mings Hawaii Round Jade Phoenix Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone: Jade Color: green Cut: round Jade Measurements: 2" x 2" Chain Length: 20" Stamped: "14K" Total...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rhodochrosite Seal Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Lizard Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Seal Figurine Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Snake Lizard Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Lizard Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Pink Whale Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Lizard Frog Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Pink Lizard Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Pink Snake Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Rhodochrosite Pink Snake Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Seal Figurine Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Lizard Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Snake Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Snake Frog Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Pink Snake Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Lizard Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Snake Lizard Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Insects Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Seal Figurine Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Snake Frog Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Chinese Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Rhodochrosite Squirrel Gemstone Carved Animal Handmade Chinese Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Whales Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Dolphins Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Frogs Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Natural Rhodochrosite Dolphins Figurine Carved Animal Artisanal Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
A natural scene hand carved in a natural precious stone with a mineral quartz base, what can you
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Other

Studio Greytak 'Havana Table 9' Modern Interpretation of Classic Smoking Table
By Studio Greytak
Located in Missoula, MT
Eastern deserts using it for pigment and cosmetics. The Chinese also highly prized it as well as the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Malachite, Stainless Steel

Antique Charles Meigh Staffordshire China Set
By Charles Meigh & Son
Located in Dallas, TX
mark "Improved Stone China," circa 1835-1861. Assorted sizes, approximately 146 pieces. Lidded
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Antique 19th Century English Renaissance Platters and Serveware

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Ironstone

English Ceramic Foot Bath by Charles Meigh
By Charles Meigh & Son
Located in Austin, TX
. With impressed mark: Improved Stone China.
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Antique 19th Century English Ceramics

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Ceramic, Pottery

19th Century English Victorian Blue & White Platter
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
blue with a British crown and scrolling banners that state “Improved Stone China”. This handsome
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Platters and Serveware

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Ironstone

Antique Walking Stick Cane with Tiger's Eye, Late 19th Century
Located in London, GB
gentle heat treatment. Dark stones have had their colors improved and been artificially lightened using
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Antique 1890s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Bronze Temple Meditation Bell with Lotus Cushion, Base and Striker
Located in South Burlington, VT
bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress relief
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Musical Instruments

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Bronze

Japan 19thc Set Five Bronze BIRDS Temple Meditation Bells FREE SHIPPING
Located in South Burlington, VT
listening to temple bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Musical Instruments

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Bronze

Japanese Big Antique Hand cast Bronze Garden Gong Soothing Deep Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
playing and listening to temple bells and gongs, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

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Bronze

Important Japanese Signed Antique Bronze Temple Bell Set Guaranted To Please You
Located in South Burlington, VT
to temple bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell With "Bird and Moon" Motif Triple Signd
Located in South Burlington, VT
and to improve resonance of sound, protruding, tsuki-za, striking panels and in some instances possess
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Hand Carved Green Agate Semi-Precious Stone Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Hand carved green agate semi-precious stone bowl, 6.25" diameter x 2.25" height. According to
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2010s Chinese Grand Tour Decorative Bowls

Materials

Agate

Antique Peranakan Opal Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
kind and in excellent condition. Remark: "You can't improve on nature - this incredible stone speaks
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Antique Early 1800s Chinese Fashion Rings

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Opal, 22k Gold

White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Heitan Jade Bangle Contemporary Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
"Hetian jade," this rare and spectacular stone is mined from the Kunlun Mountains in northwestern China
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2010s Chinese Artisan Bangles

Materials

Jade

Jade Bangle Intricately Carved & Pierced Certified Untreated White Nephrite
Located in Southbury, CT
by a lapidary artist in China whose work I adore. White nephrite jade has been prized for its
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2010s Chinese Artisan Bangles

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Jade

Antique Tigers Eye Walking Stick Cane Late 19th Century, London, 1886
Located in London, GB
stones have had their colors improved and been artificially lightened using nitric acid treatments
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Antique 1880s English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Silver

Antique Walking Stick Cane with Tiger's Eye Late 19th Century, London, 1889
Located in London, GB
stones have had their colors improved and been artificially lightened using nitric acid treatments
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Antique 1880s English Sterling Silver

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Silver

Heavenly Japanese temple bell resonates for meditation, peace, and enjoyment
Located in South Burlington, VT
improving relaxation and stress relief! Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our Asian works of art
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

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Bronze

Heavenly Japanese Temple Bell Beautiful Resonation Meditation & Peace FREE SHIP
Located in South Burlington, VT
listening to temple bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Coalport Teacup, Hockey Stick Moulding Patt. 996, circa 1820
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
their Felspar stone china, which was as hard as bone china without needing the more expensive firing
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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Japan Big Bronze Antique Meditation Bell, Serene sound guaranteed to please you!
Located in South Burlington, VT
for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress relief. This our last big
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

Lovely Antique Japanese Serene Meditation Temple Bell in Unusual Two-Tone Form
Located in South Burlington, VT
listening to temple bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Coalport Porcelain Dish, Yellow with Birds and Fruits, Regency circa 1825
By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose
Located in London, GB
their Felspar stone china, which was as hard as bone china without needing the more expensive firing
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Antique 1820s English Regency Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Japan Serene Sound Meditation Temple Bell Resonates Beautifully
Located in South Burlington, VT
playing and listening to temple bells, both for their meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

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Bronze

Japanese Fine Antique Meditation Temple Bell Pleasing Soothing Resonance
Located in South Burlington, VT
meditative qualities as well as improving relaxation and stress relief. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Taisho Vases

Materials

Bronze

"Lady Amherst Pheasant (Thaumalea Amherstiae)" Naturalistic Bird Lithograph
By Joseph Wolf
Located in Houston, TX
undergrowth and are native to southwestern China and far northern Myanmar. Framed in a natural wooden frame
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1870s Naturalistic Animal Prints

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Lithograph

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Improved Stone China For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of improved stone china available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of improved stone china — often made from metal, other and stone — can elevate any home. There are 28 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of improved stone china you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of improved stone china — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of improved stone china made by modern designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one piece of improved stone china that is appealing in its simplicity, but Spode and Studio Greytak produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Improved Stone China?

Prices for a piece of improved stone china start at $106 and top out at $7,500 with the average selling for $240.