Exotic Large Tan Jade Dragon on Black Silk Chain
SKU: 1980
£390.00Price
- Dramatic, antique, calcified nephrite jade dragon, measuring 10 cm by 7.5 cm by 4 mm deep;
- Lively depiction of a dragon, whose tail has curled up underneath its body; Despite looking a bit fierce, it also appears rather humorous; The dragon always symbolizes the Emperor, his power and his playfulness; It also signifies what is known as “Chi” which is the universal source of energy;
- Dragon hangs on 3 mm beads of picture jasper;
- (Now) rare, vintage, 18 ct gold on hardened resin melon bead (13.5 mm), made in Afghanistan in the traditional way, using their ancient techniques, learned from Alexander the Great's craftsmen;
- A good-sized (24.5mm) antique, apple green, Burma jadeite bead carved with the “shou” character, which means long life;
- Black silk/polyester handmade chain with vermeil toggle clasp;
- Length 48 cm
