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What does Chinese jade symbolize?
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Valued for its rarity and lustrous appearance, jade has been thought to symbolize excellence and purity of human virtue. When worn as jewelry or as a protective charm, the stone was thought to imbue a person with a clear mind and pure spirit, and to guard against evil spirits or illness.
PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020
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Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Jade Snuff Bottle. This unique piece features intricate carvings on a smooth
Category
Early 20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Jade
Antique Chinese Jade Bracelet 7.25 Inch Length Weighing 40 Grams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Chinese jade bracelet measuring approximately 7.25 inches in length and weighing 40 grams
Category
1990s Asian Retro Retro Bracelets
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Antiques Carved Chinese Jade Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Chinese Jade carved imperial jade china 1750, ruby princess cut 1,50ct, 18kt gold gr.2230
Category
2010s Italian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antiques Chinese Jade Cabochon Turquoise 18 Karat Gold Pendant
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Chinese Jade Cabochon Turquoise 18 k Gold gr. 8,40 Pendant.
The pendant come with a silk
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Chinese Jade & 14K Gold Bracelet With Safety Chain 7.25 Inch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Chinese jade bracelet crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring smooth natural jade segments
Category
1990s Asian Retro Retro Bracelets
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Art Deco Chinese Jade Necklace 32 Inches 10mm Jade Beads Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN EXQUISITE ANTIQUE ART DECO CHINESE JADE BEAD AND SILVER CLASP NECKLACE OF 32 INCHES
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Silver
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Cotton, Silk
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware
French Rococo Marble Top Wall Console, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
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Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Console Tables
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Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period
Located in Chicago, IL
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Materials
Brass
Chinese Waterfall Console Table with Four Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese console table has a minimal design that transcends time and place. The narrow table dates to the late 19th century and is crafted with traditional joinery to a s...
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Minimalist Console Tables
Materials
Elm
Korean Etched Brass Fish Lock, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
Like the sparkle of a fish’s scales, this 19th-century Korean fish lock once brightened the façade of a lacquered cabinet with a flash of golden brass. Demonstrating the aesthetic va...
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Antique 19th Century Korean Sculptures and Carvings
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Brass
