Nephrite Jade "Mutton Fat" Plaque, 19th Century Certified

Elegant, rare, and dating to the late Qing period (circa 1890s), this hand-carved nearly colorless white nephrite plaque has been etched on both sides. One one, the Chinese mythological figure known as Zhang Guo Lao is depicted riding a mule. On the opposite side, a magpie sits on a branch of cherry blossoms. The magpie is associated with intelligence. The carving is breathlessly simple and excellent; the work executed -of course- without the aid of electricity or modern tools. Measuring 42.54mm x 29.92mm, the plaque has a hole drilled through the center, which is original to the piece. A silver bail is threaded through the hole and a pair of beads -black jade and coral- reside at the bottom. The jade plaque hands from a 1920s silver chain that is 32" in length. Prior to the discovery of and appreciation for the very fine green jadeite from Burma, colorless, opaque, pure white nephrite jade from the Northern mountains of China was the most revered jade; the original "imperial jade, as only members of the royal court could wear or even touch it. Most of what is commercially sold today as "mutton fat...

This antique jade pendant was created near the turn of the previous century (circa 1900) in China. The half-moon-shaped white nephrite jade -also known as Mutton Fat...

Subtle and achingly beautiful, this antique hand-carved jade pendant depicts a feline curled in contentment. The carving was most likely created near the turn of the previous century (circa 1899) though it could be older. The jade is white nephrite, among the most prized varieties of jade and known more commonly as "mutton fat...

Note the smooth surface of the white nephrite jade (Mutton Fat), and how light drapes over the curves. Look closely: the lapidary artist who created this ma...

Hand-carved from natural, untreated nephrite jade, this charming cat is perched within a crescent moon. The carving is sensitive and expressive; the pendant one-of-a-kind. A sturdy b...

Of course you've heard of lavender jade. But "lavender jade" refers to the lavender jadeite variety of jade. What makes this pendant so incredibly special and (and rare) is that it i...

This master piece is certified natural nephrite jade "Mutton Fat Jade" The certificate is from Xinjiang China the birth place of Heitan jade. The certi...

This master piece is certified by 2 laboratories. One certificate is from Xinjiang China the birth place of Heitan jade. That certificate actually says “mutton fat jade...

A STATEMENT piece for your consideration. The pendant is certified natural nephrite jade. This jade is very well carved and well hollowed. This well hollowed carving is not easy to do. In fact it is very difficult to do to this high standard. The Hetian nephrite jade pendant...

For your consideration. This pendant is certified natural nephrite jade. This jade is very well carved and well hollowed. This well hollowed carving is not easy to do. In fact it is ...

A STATEMENT piece for your consideration. The pendant is certified natural nephrite jade. It can be worn using both sides for two different looks. This jade is very well carved and well hollowed. On one side you can see a dragonfly and a flower and on the other is a butterfly and a flower. This well hollowed carving is not easy to do. In fact it is very difficult to do to this high standard. The Hetian nephrite jade pendant is close to being pure white. Hetian jade has been famous for thousands of years. People would wear Jade to ward off evil and to bring good luck. The carving is very fine and detailed. You will not find another piece like this. The actual piece looks much better than any photos we can take. This will be a great addition to any Jade collection. You will get non stop compliments. The jade carving weighs about 55grams, which includes the colorful bead necklace...

For your consideration. This pendant is certified natural nephrite jade. This jade is very well carved and well hollowed. This well hollowed carving is not easy to do. In fact it is very difficult to do to this high standard. The Hetian nephrite jade pendant is close to being white. Hetian jade has been famous for thousands of years. People would wear Jade to ward off evil and to bring good luck. The carving is very fine and detailed. These jade piece...