Large size pendant - Jade - China - 20th century

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Original 20th‑century Chinese nephrite jade openwork large pendant in pale light‑grey white color with a stylized dragon on both sides; weighs 45.5 g (227.5 ct), dimensions about 100 x 19 x 20 mm, in excellent condition, authentic and from China.

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Chinese nephrite jade open work Archaic pendant dragon –China- 20th Century

On offer is an open work light-grey white pendant in Archaic style executed in highest quality. The pendant shows a carving of a stylized dragon on both sides. The jade used to make this remarkable Archaic pendant has been carefully selected for uniformity and solid color. This jade pendant has a beautiful shine from age. a Beautiful carved Archaic artwork, very hard to find!

Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Provenance: This excellent and rare jade Archaic pendant comes from inland China. An interesting jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.

Used test equipment:

• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper / Stanley tylon
• Inova X5 UV-torch

*Material/color: Pale light-grey white nephrite jade of homogenous structure, untreated natural color, without visible impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 45,5 gram or 227,5 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: 20th Century, possible earlier.
*Size (approx.): Size for wearing; adjustable. Length of jade total: 100 mm. Width: 19 mm. Height dragon head: 20 mm.
*Condition: Very fine (used) condition, no damage.

Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible

No reserve price!

Chinese nephrite jade open work Archaic pendant dragon –China- 20th Century

On offer is an open work light-grey white pendant in Archaic style executed in highest quality. The pendant shows a carving of a stylized dragon on both sides. The jade used to make this remarkable Archaic pendant has been carefully selected for uniformity and solid color. This jade pendant has a beautiful shine from age. a Beautiful carved Archaic artwork, very hard to find!

Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Provenance: This excellent and rare jade Archaic pendant comes from inland China. An interesting jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.

Used test equipment:

• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper / Stanley tylon
• Inova X5 UV-torch

*Material/color: Pale light-grey white nephrite jade of homogenous structure, untreated natural color, without visible impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 45,5 gram or 227,5 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: 20th Century, possible earlier.
*Size (approx.): Size for wearing; adjustable. Length of jade total: 100 mm. Width: 19 mm. Height dragon head: 20 mm.
*Condition: Very fine (used) condition, no damage.

Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
China
Material
Jade
Title of artwork
Large size pendant
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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