Carved Nephrite White Jade Toad Pendant
This pendant is hand-carved from natural white nephrite jade in the form of a plump, squatting toad — one of the most beloved auspicious symbols in Chinese culture, associated with wealth, good luck, and the legendary "Money Toad" (金蟾) believed to attract prosperity and abundance.
The stone is a pure, luminous white with a soft, milky translucency — a quality prized in nephrite jade for its resemblance to mutton-fat jade (羊脂玉). The toad's textured skin, bulging eyes, and rounded body are carved with lively, naturalistic detail, while the overall form retains a pleasing organic softness. The piece has a satisfying weight and smooth feel in the hand.
Strung on a black and red braided cord with a carnelian bead accent, the warm red of the carnelian creates a striking contrast against the pure white jade — a classic pairing in Chinese jewelry tradition.
- Material: Natural white nephrite jade — milky white, near mutton-fat quality
- Carving: Plump squatting toad (金蟾) — fully three-dimensional
- Symbolism: Wealth, good luck, and prosperity (金蟾招财)
- Cord: Black and red braided cord with carnelian bead accent
- Dimensions: 30.1 mm × 22.2 mm · 14.1 mm height
- Weight: 16.4 g
- One-of-a-kind: Natural color and texture vary with each stone