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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, natural brown jade surface.
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 total.
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.
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 joined by gold mounts.
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 (81cm) IN LENGTH.
Category
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Silver
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Antique Chinese Reed Wrapped Basket, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Reed
Petite Chinese Incense Table with Drawers, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This clean-lined Chinese table dates to the turn of the century and was likely used as a small offering table for burning incense or as a dressing stand in the women's quarters of a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Console Tables
Materials
Fir
Chinese Turquoise Drip Glaze Vinegar Pot, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful example of Chinese folk pottery, this stoneware jar is an early 19th-century pickling pot once used for fermenting rice or sorghum into vinegar. The primitive vessel has ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Terracotta
Reclaimed Wood Ellipse Cutout Console Table
Located in Chicago, IL
This reclaimed wood console table balances streamlined form with the organic textures of antique wood timbers. Crafted in the style of traditional Chinese altar tables, the minimalis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Console Tables
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Chinese Wrapped Apron Writing Table, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
Likely commissioned for his studio retreat, this antique Chinese writing table once provided ample surface for a Qing-dynasty (1644-1911) scholar to view scrolls, draft poetry or pra...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Elm
Antique Chinese Woven River Basket, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A testament to the weaver's skill, this antique Chinese fisherman’s basket from the early 20th century remains in excellent condition, now aged with light brown color and a great pat...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Reed, Wood
Antique Chinese Four Flowers Dowry Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese storage cabinet from the late 19th century balances minimal lines with hand-crafted details. Crafted of elm (yumu) to a classic, square-corner design, the tall w...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Materials
Brass
