Antique White Jade Pendant

Object Description

Antique Jade Pendant C1850.

Object History

From Private Collection.

Object Literature

Natural white Jade pendant C1850.
Hetian natural Jade is often used to symbolise purity, elegance, health and strength , and is considered a symbol of good luck and fortune.
The shaped rectangular pendant is carved with a natural scene of a fruit tree and two carp (symbolising good luck) swimming in the stream.

The semi-translucent Jade stone is white in colour and is pierced for suspension on a red cord set with a 18ct gold stylised bail (mounted in the 70’s).

Dimensions:
Length of Jade Pendant: 62.7mm
Width: 44.9mm
Weight: 72.0 grams

Object Condition

consistent with Age.

Object Details