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What does Chinese jade symbolize?

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What does Chinese jade symbolize?

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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Silver

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Located in Chicago, IL
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Elm

Pair of Petite Chinese Persimmon Jars with Famille Rose Peonies, c. 1920s
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair of Shanghai Deco Marble Back Chairs, c. 1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chairs

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Marble

Chinese Qin Table with Lotus Carvings
Located in Chicago, IL
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Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Console Tables

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Elm

Pair of Petite Shanghai Deco Persimmon Jars with Pine & Crane, c. 1920s
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese Black Lacquered Ribbon Table, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Console Tables

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Elm

Antique Chinese Darkly Glazed Wine Jar, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Ceramics

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Ceramic

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