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Mutton Fat Nephrite

Antique Jade Pendant White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated
Antique Jade Pendant White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated

Antique Jade Pendant White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

The half-moon-shaped white nephrite jade -also known as Mutton Fat jade- has been carved and pierced in a foliate design.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Chinese Antique Qing Carved "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Plaque Pendant Certified
Chinese Antique Qing Carved "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Plaque Pendant Certified

Chinese Antique Qing Carved "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Plaque Pendant Certified

Located in Northampton, MA

Most of what is commercially sold today as "mutton fat" is a different near-colorless nephrite from a different geographical region.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Silver

Jade Bracelet Translucent Certified Untreated Natural White Jadeite, Midcentury
Jade Bracelet Translucent Certified Untreated Natural White Jadeite, Midcentury

Jade Bracelet Translucent Certified Untreated Natural White Jadeite, Midcentury

Located in Northampton, MA

White jade is often associated with nephrite jade, also known as "mutton fat." But this is not mutton fat jade; it is the rarer still white jadeite from Burma.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Jade Bracelet with Siberian Nephrite Jade, Mutton Fat Jade, & Silver, Stretch
Jade Bracelet with Siberian Nephrite Jade, Mutton Fat Jade, & Silver, Stretch

Jade Bracelet with Siberian Nephrite Jade, Mutton Fat Jade, & Silver, Stretch

By Augusten Burroughs

Located in Northampton, MA

And the "mutton fat" white beads are not the slightly greenish-white Korean material most commonly passed off as "mutton fat."

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2010s American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Silver

Certified True Mutton Fat River Jade Mythical Beast, Certified Nephrite Jade
Certified True Mutton Fat River Jade Mythical Beast, Certified Nephrite Jade

Certified True Mutton Fat River Jade Mythical Beast, Certified Nephrite Jade

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This master piece is certified. This piece is not only a true Mutton Fat white Hetian Jade, it is also carved by a master jade carver. Look at the curves and details, it is out of th...

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2010s Chinese Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

True Mutton Fat White Jade Certified Natural Nephrite Jade Carved by Master 于士榮.
True Mutton Fat White Jade Certified Natural Nephrite Jade Carved by Master 于士榮.

True Mutton Fat White Jade Certified Natural Nephrite Jade Carved by Master 于士榮.

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Please check out the HD video! This master piece is certified by 2 laboratories. This piece is not only a true Mutton Fat white Hetian Jade, it is also carved by a master jade carver...

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2010s Chinese Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

White Nephrite Jade Carved Fan Pendant
White Nephrite Jade Carved Fan Pendant

White Nephrite Jade Carved Fan Pendant

Located in Northampton, MA

An absolutely stunning, highly translucent white nephrite jade (mutton fat) hand-carved pendant. The 89.71 x 54.77mm pendant has been carved by a master lapidary artist to depict a f...

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2010s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Jade Necklace Rare Nephrite Colors, High Translucency Certified Untreated
Jade Necklace Rare Nephrite Colors, High Translucency Certified Untreated

Jade Necklace Rare Nephrite Colors, High Translucency Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

But these beads are natural and untreated nephrite jade. Typically, we think of nephrite jade as being green, black or white (mutton fat).

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2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Japanese Wireless Musen Cloisonne Vase by Ando Jubei
Japanese Wireless Musen Cloisonne Vase by Ando Jubei

Japanese Wireless Musen Cloisonne Vase by Ando Jubei

By Ando Jubei

Located in Atlanta, GA

This vase, with its ultra smooth surface and soft yellow color (Yellow was often associated with Japanese imperial household), calls in mind the texture of mutton-fat jade (a type of...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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Vintage Carved “Mutton Fat” Nephrite Jade, 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Vintage Carved “Mutton Fat” Nephrite Jade, 14K Yellow Gold Pendant

Vintage Carved “Mutton Fat” Nephrite Jade, 14K Yellow Gold Pendant

Located in Pleasant Hill, CA

The carved white semi translucent nephrite “Mutton Fat” jade, depicts a bat drinking the nectar from a flower on top of two lotus flowers, completed by a 14k yellow gold wire bail, 3...

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20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nephrite Jade Specimen, Contemporary
Nephrite Jade Specimen, Contemporary

Nephrite Jade Specimen, Contemporary

Unavailable

H 7 in W 4 in D 2.75 in

Nephrite Jade Specimen, Contemporary

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

One of the most prized of the jade was the white, or "mutton-fat," nephrite. The qualities of jade, its colors and its hardness, caused the Chinese to associate it with the soul and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

A Mughal Gem-set Indian Jade pendant inlaid with gold diamond, ruby and emeralds
A Mughal Gem-set Indian Jade pendant inlaid with gold diamond, ruby and emeralds

A Mughal Gem-set Indian Jade pendant inlaid with gold diamond, ruby and emeralds

Located in Bangkok,, TH

A striking tribute to Mughal luxury, this pendant is crafted from precious white mutton-fat nephrite jade—prized for its soft translucence and velvety sheen.

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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Diamond, 24k Gold, Gold

Fine Antique Indian Mughal Gold & Gem-Set White Nephrite Jade Pendant (Haldili)
Fine Antique Indian Mughal Gold & Gem-Set White Nephrite Jade Pendant (Haldili)

Fine Antique Indian Mughal Gold & Gem-Set White Nephrite Jade Pendant (Haldili)

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

Fine Antique Indian Mughal Gold & Gem-Set White Nephrite Jade Pendant (Haldili) This very fine pendant (haldili) is carved from a single, translucent piece of white or ‘mutton fat’...

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Antique Late 18th Century Pendant Necklaces

Chinese Carved Jade Boulder
Chinese Carved Jade Boulder

Chinese Carved Jade Boulder

Unavailable

W 5 in D 4.5 in

Chinese Carved Jade Boulder

Located in Wilton, CT

Celadon Green Nephrite (Mutton Fat) Jade Boulder with Traces of Russet "Skin".

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

22K gold navratna Jade pendant - Mughal inspired Indian & Islamic art heirloom
22K gold navratna Jade pendant - Mughal inspired Indian & Islamic art heirloom

22K gold navratna Jade pendant - Mughal inspired Indian & Islamic art heirloom

Located in Bangkok,, TH

Hand-carved from rich mutton fat white nephrite jade, the centerpiece is studded with the nine sacred gemstones of the Navratna constellation—ruby, diamond polki, emerald, blue sapph...

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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Hes...

Chinese Jade Eight Horses of Wu.  20th Century
Chinese Jade Eight Horses of Wu.  20th Century

Chinese Jade Eight Horses of Wu. 20th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

Chinese Nephrite Mutton fat Jade sculpture of Eight horses of Wu. 20th Century.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures

Jade Necklace Hand-Carved White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated
Jade Necklace Hand-Carved White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated

Jade Necklace Hand-Carved White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

Also known as "mutton fat" and "Hetian jade," this rare and spectacular stone is mined from the Kunlun Mountains in northwestern China.

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2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Mutton Fat Disk Late Ming Certified Untreated Nephrite
Mutton Fat Disk Late Ming Certified Untreated Nephrite

Mutton Fat Disk Late Ming Certified Untreated Nephrite

Located in Northampton, MA

On the opposite side of the disk, we discover finely etched linework representing ruyi fungus; symbolic of good fortune for thousands of years. White nephrite this fine is called “...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Silver

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

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

Located in Northampton, MA

Colorless nephrite jade is sometimes referred to as "mutton fat jade" because of its resemblance to the animal fat.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Silver

Antique White Nephrite Jade Carved Pendant "Mutton Fat" Certified
Antique White Nephrite Jade Carved Pendant "Mutton Fat" Certified

Antique White Nephrite Jade Carved Pendant "Mutton Fat" Certified

Located in Northampton, MA

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 a...

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Antique 1890s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Antique Chinese Mutton Fat White Nephrite Jade Pendant Certified
Antique Chinese Mutton Fat White Nephrite Jade Pendant Certified

Antique Chinese Mutton Fat White Nephrite Jade Pendant Certified

Located in Northampton, MA

Note the smooth surface of the white nephrite jade (Mutton Fat), and how light drapes over the curves.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Intricately Carved Certified Untreated
White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Intricately Carved Certified Untreated

White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Intricately Carved Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

Also known as "mutton fat" and "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

White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Heitan Jade Bangle Contemporary Certified Untreated
White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Heitan Jade Bangle Contemporary Certified Untreated

White Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Heitan Jade Bangle Contemporary Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

Also known as "mutton fat" and "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

Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Smooth Round Form Certified Untreated
Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Smooth Round Form Certified Untreated

Nephrite "Mutton Fat" Jade Bangle Smooth Round Form Certified Untreated

Located in Northampton, MA

Also known as "mutton fat" and "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

Antique Jade Charm Bracelet
Antique Jade Charm Bracelet

Antique Jade Charm Bracelet

Located in Northampton, MA

There is also a single white mutton-fat white nephrite ring. There is also a yellowish jadeite ring.

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Antique 1890s British Artisan Charm Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Jade, Silver

Pi Xiu Genuine Hetian White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace
Pi Xiu Genuine Hetian White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace

Pi Xiu Genuine Hetian White "Mutton Fat" Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace

Located in Portland, OR

This pendant is made with very high-quality genuine nephrite mutton fat white jade, The jade texture is so smooth, white, and translucent.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

14 Karat Gold Pendant Made from 19th Century Chinese Mutton Fat Nephrite White
14 Karat Gold Pendant Made from 19th Century Chinese Mutton Fat Nephrite White

14 Karat Gold Pendant Made from 19th Century Chinese Mutton Fat Nephrite White

Located in St.amford, CT

This is a very fine piece of antique Chinese Ruyi Jade from 19th century. It probably is the end piece or center piece that is smaller than the head piece. It is a dome shape, with w...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

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Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated, Circa 1950s
Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated, Circa 1950s

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Located in Northampton, MA

This vintage jade ring features an elongated 11.42mm x 6.55mm luscious green cabochon of translucent, certified-untreated jadeite. Three small but firey and bright near-colorless eye...

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Finest Glassy Nephrite Donut Pendant
Finest Glassy Nephrite Donut Pendant

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Sold|$2,680

W 19.93 in D 4.94 in

Finest Glassy Nephrite Donut Pendant

Located in Northampton, MA

This ring-shaped hand-carved pendant features the finest green nephrite jade there is. This Chinese nephrite comes from the North-Western mountains of China and the nephrite features...

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2010s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring

Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring

Located in Greenwich, CT

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Located in London, GB

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Richmond, CA

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Green Jadeite Jade Fish Lotus Leaf Pendant, Certified Untreated
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By Luxe Pieces

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved lotus leaf pendant set on an 18K white gold bail. The carved lotus leaf symbolizes purity and enlightenment. It measures 1....

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Green and Yellow Jadeite Jade Lotus Flower Pendant

Green and Yellow Jadeite Jade Lotus Flower Pendant

$3,680

W 1.24 in D 0.36 in L 1.92 in

Green and Yellow Jadeite Jade Lotus Flower Pendant

By Luxe Pieces

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved lotus flower pendant set on an 18K white gold bail. The carved lotus flower symbolizes purity and enlightenment. It measure...

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Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

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By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

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1950s Bvlgari Burma no heat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Necklace – SSEF Certified
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Chinese Antique Jade Necklace Near Colorless Certified Untreated, Restrung

Chinese Antique Jade Necklace Near Colorless Certified Untreated, Restrung

Located in Northampton, MA

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Jade, Silver

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Mutton Fat Nephrite For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact mutton fat nephrite you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Silver, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 4 vintage editions and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mutton fat nephrite among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. See these pages for a rough cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and uncut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a mutton fat nephrite, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Mutton Fat Nephrite?

Prices for a mutton fat nephrite can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,550 and can go as high as $325,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,100.