Double Dragon Nephrite Ancient Good Luck Charm - 80 mm high - Amulet
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A nephrite amulet from the Hongshan culture featuring a double dragon motif, measuring 80 mm high by 51 mm wide and weighing 114 g in good used condition.
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An exceptional and rare artifact from early Chinese civilization is offered here: a finely crafted amulet from the Hongshan culture, made of nephrite (also known as ‘nephrite jade’), featuring a double dragon motif that is artistically and spiritually significant. This portable object, with its elegant form and subtle detailing, embodies the deeply rooted symbolism of protection, prosperity, and mystical power.
In Chinese culture, the dragon is one of the most exalted and positive symbols. It is regarded as a heavenly creature that brings rain, makes the land fertile, and sustains cosmic order. The dragon represents strength, wisdom, authority, and good fortune. In imperial times it was associated with the supreme authority and was used exclusively as a symbol of the emperor himself. A double dragon, as depicted on this amulet, amplifies this meaning and signifies harmony between forces, spiritual protection, and a doubling of prosperity.
The material from which this amulet is made, nephrite, was in ancient China regarded as the noblest and most spiritually charged stone. Nephrite was valued not only for its physical properties—its hardness, smooth texture, and warm luster—but also for its moral and spiritual qualities. Confucius attributed to nephrite the qualities of righteousness, wisdom, courage, and purity. In ritual contexts, nephrite was used to protect the soul, purify the body, and connect the wearer with the divine. Wearing nephrite was seen as a way to foster inner balance and ward off negative influences.
This amulet hails from the Hongshan culture, a Neolithic civilization that flourished in northeastern China between circa 4700 and 2900 BCE. The Hongshan are especially renowned for their refined jade workmanship and their spiritual artifacts, including the iconic ‘pig-dragon’ and anthropomorphic figures. Archaeological finds suggest a complex religious structure in which jade played a central role in rituals of ancestor worship and cosmic communication. The dragon motifs from this period are among the earliest expressions of the symbol that would later dominate the Chinese cultural landscape.
This nephrite amulet is not only an aesthetic masterpiece but also a bearer of ancient meaning. It is an object that provides protection, attracts luck, and forms a tangible connection to one of the oldest spiritual traditions in the world. A unique and valuable piece for the collector who seeks authenticity, depth, and cultural resonance.
Both the front and back of the amulet are shown, and both sides are finely worked, featuring dragon depictions.
The amulet, despite its age, is in good condition; it measures 8 cm high and 5.1 cm wide and weighs 114 g.
The item will be shipped very securely packed with a Track & Trace service.
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Seller of rare collectibles, stones and minerals, art and antiques.
Translated by Google TranslateAn exceptional and rare artifact from early Chinese civilization is offered here: a finely crafted amulet from the Hongshan culture, made of nephrite (also known as ‘nephrite jade’), featuring a double dragon motif that is artistically and spiritually significant. This portable object, with its elegant form and subtle detailing, embodies the deeply rooted symbolism of protection, prosperity, and mystical power.
In Chinese culture, the dragon is one of the most exalted and positive symbols. It is regarded as a heavenly creature that brings rain, makes the land fertile, and sustains cosmic order. The dragon represents strength, wisdom, authority, and good fortune. In imperial times it was associated with the supreme authority and was used exclusively as a symbol of the emperor himself. A double dragon, as depicted on this amulet, amplifies this meaning and signifies harmony between forces, spiritual protection, and a doubling of prosperity.
The material from which this amulet is made, nephrite, was in ancient China regarded as the noblest and most spiritually charged stone. Nephrite was valued not only for its physical properties—its hardness, smooth texture, and warm luster—but also for its moral and spiritual qualities. Confucius attributed to nephrite the qualities of righteousness, wisdom, courage, and purity. In ritual contexts, nephrite was used to protect the soul, purify the body, and connect the wearer with the divine. Wearing nephrite was seen as a way to foster inner balance and ward off negative influences.
This amulet hails from the Hongshan culture, a Neolithic civilization that flourished in northeastern China between circa 4700 and 2900 BCE. The Hongshan are especially renowned for their refined jade workmanship and their spiritual artifacts, including the iconic ‘pig-dragon’ and anthropomorphic figures. Archaeological finds suggest a complex religious structure in which jade played a central role in rituals of ancestor worship and cosmic communication. The dragon motifs from this period are among the earliest expressions of the symbol that would later dominate the Chinese cultural landscape.
This nephrite amulet is not only an aesthetic masterpiece but also a bearer of ancient meaning. It is an object that provides protection, attracts luck, and forms a tangible connection to one of the oldest spiritual traditions in the world. A unique and valuable piece for the collector who seeks authenticity, depth, and cultural resonance.
Both the front and back of the amulet are shown, and both sides are finely worked, featuring dragon depictions.
The amulet, despite its age, is in good condition; it measures 8 cm high and 5.1 cm wide and weighs 114 g.
The item will be shipped very securely packed with a Track & Trace service.
Seller's Story
Seller of rare collectibles, stones and minerals, art and antiques.
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Era
Before 1400
Metal
Double Dragon Nephrite Ancient Good Luck Charm - 80 mm high
Total weight
114 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country of origin
China
Dynastic style/period
Hongshan Culture
Width
51 mm
Length
80 mm
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