Pendant, Large size! - Nephrite jade - China - Late 20th century
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This large Chinese pendant is carved from white nephrite jade in the form of an archaic axe with a dragon motif and dates to the late 20th century.
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Chinese white nephrite jade Archaic axe sculpture, pendant –China- end of 20th century
On offer is a Chinese archaic dragon pendant made of white jade, in the shape of an antique axe. The carving is excellently executed. The jade is warm and uniformly white in color. To hang it as a pendant, a cord can be threaded. a Remarkable piece of well-crafted jade of very good quality!
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Also checked with UV light; which indicates a natural color. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. A Good jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
About: The dragon pendant was a symbol of status and position of the royal family and nobility of that time. Behind every dragon pendant lies a story from history, a silent witness to the rise and fall of dynasties.
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Measuring device Stanley tylon / Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: Thermal conductivity and bright light indicates: Semi-translucent (natural color) white nephrite jade of homogenous structure. No visual impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 34 gram or 170 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 82,7 mm * 47,1 mm * 4,3 mm.
*Condition: Very fine condition, without damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible
No reserve price auction!
Chinese white nephrite jade Archaic axe sculpture, pendant –China- end of 20th century
On offer is a Chinese archaic dragon pendant made of white jade, in the shape of an antique axe. The carving is excellently executed. The jade is warm and uniformly white in color. To hang it as a pendant, a cord can be threaded. a Remarkable piece of well-crafted jade of very good quality!
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Also checked with UV light; which indicates a natural color. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. A Good jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
About: The dragon pendant was a symbol of status and position of the royal family and nobility of that time. Behind every dragon pendant lies a story from history, a silent witness to the rise and fall of dynasties.
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Measuring device Stanley tylon / Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: Thermal conductivity and bright light indicates: Semi-translucent (natural color) white nephrite jade of homogenous structure. No visual impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 34 gram or 170 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 82,7 mm * 47,1 mm * 4,3 mm.
*Condition: Very fine condition, without damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
Country of Origin
China
Material
Nephrite jade
Title of artwork
Pendant, Large size!
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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