Qing Carved White Serpentine Pendant

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...

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 folding paper fan. It's a wonderful and original idea; I've never seen another carving quite like it. And the white nephrite jade is so fine, it lends itself perfectly to being rendered as a fan; the high translucence makes the fan glow endlessly. The surface of the nephrite has almost a pearly sheen. The fan features a simple silver bail and 24" silver chain. This striking, luminous carved-from-the-moon fan...

This excruciatingly beautiful and spare hand-carved nephrite jade pendant was created during the Qing period, most likely in the late 1800s, however, it co...

This exquisite and rare black jade tablet dates to the Qing period. The Qing Dynasty period spanned the years 1636 -1912. Precisely dating jade artifacts...

Certified Vintage 1950s Carved Jade Laughing Buddha Large Pendant Jade Necklace/ Hanging / Decor It is supposed to be very lucky for the household people It is certified and certificate is attached VINTAGE PRE-OWNED ESTATE PIECE from 1950.s Highly pierced Jade Necklace weight 177.5 Grams Jade Measurements 3 .5 inches by 2.2 inch Certificate is in Japanese YOU WILL RECEIVE THIS BEAUTIFUL NECKLACE IN A PRETTY BOX...

Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k white gold (18g) clasp is set with 1x fine Aquamarine (facetted, heart-shape, 16x14mm, 9.93ct). It is linked together with a rose coloured silk threat and with 18k white gold endings and bajonnette mechanics. It has a hanger mechanic at its back. Anything with a eyelet could be hanged in. Such as the Morganite/Diamond Pearshape...

Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine coloured gemstones and diamonds. This fine green Green Beryl (44.87ct) is attached to a green silk n...

Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition These stunning anchor pendants come on a solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect state...