Jadeite holds a deep and enduring place in Asian cultures, particularly in China, Japan, and the Korean Peninsula. In these regions, it is regarded as far more than a gemstone — it stands as a cultural symbol. Associated with vitality, virtue, authority, and spirituality, jadeite carries a significance that extends well beyond ornamentation. ************************************ A jadeite dragon pendant further enriches this symbolism: the dragon embodies strength, power, protection, and good fortune, while jadeite itself represents purity, life energy, and prosperity. Together, they form a meaningful talisman believed to bring success, safeguard the wearer, and inspire wisdom and inner strength. However, in traditional beliefs, people born in the Year of the Dog are generally considered less suited to wearing dragon‑themed accessories. Yellow‑green jadeite is highly valued because it is extremely rare in nature. The yellow and green colors require different mineral elements to form under very specific geological conditions, making beautiful pieces uncommon. Because of its rarity, strong visual appeal, and high demand among collectors, fine yellow‑green jadeite is both hard to find and expensive. - Material: Myanmar (Burmese) Jadeite A type, no dyeing, no polymer (resin) impregnation. - Carving: Dragon motif - Color: Translucent yellow and green. The yellow is natural, not heat‑treated. - Size (approx.): 79.23 mm × 49.08 mm × 16.06 mm - Weight: 102.39 g - Paper certificate included: yes. Online Verification: https://www.jsl-jp.com/?keyword=JS-5082267&lang=en The cord is temporarily attached for photography purposes. It will be properly finished before shipment. As this is a natural stone, it may contain natural features such as surface lines, minor cracks, tiny chips, mineral spots, or inclusions. Please review the photos carefully before bidding. Questions are always welcome. Jadeite colors may appear different under various light sources and lighting strengths. Please enjoy observing how the colors change in different environments and times of day. [About photography] We do our best to capture the item as accurately as possible, but perfect color reproduction can be difficult with smartphone photography. ************************************ [Shipping] We usually ship the items within 1~3 business day after payment. Shipping from Japan, mainly via Japan Post with Tracking number. Shipping fee to the U.S.A includes import tax. Please note that combined shipping is not available for the U.S.A buyers. [Return and Refund] Return and refund is according to Catawiki's policy. [Tax and Customs] Except for the shipment to the U.S.A., Please be noted that the import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please check with your country's customs office for these additional costs prior to bidding or buying. These additional charges are the buyer's responsibility and normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company. ********************************************** If you have any questions about the item or need assistance, please feel free to send us a message. Thank you very much for visiting, and we wish you a successful auction!