Nephrite river jade black and white dragon pendant
Nephrite river jade black and white dragon pendant
Nephrite river Jade Black & White Dragon Pendant — The Supreme Symbol of Power & Fortune
Behold one of the most majestic subjects in Chinese jade carving — the Dragon (龙), masterfully sculpted from rare Seed Jade (籽料) in a dramatic black and white natural pattern. The artist has harnessed the stone's own contrasting colors through the ancient art of qiao diao (巧雕) to breathe life into the dragon's scales, claws, and flowing form — creating a pendant that is as much a work of art as it is a powerful talisman.
Why You'll Love It
- River Jade (籽料) — The most prized form of nephrite river jade, treasured for its exceptional density, natural skin, and fine texture
- Masterful Qiao Diao Carving — The natural black and white tones of the stone are brilliantly used to define the dragon's powerful features and dynamic movement
- The Dragon — China's Most Powerful Symbol — A supreme emblem of strength, authority, good fortune, and celestial power in Chinese culture
- Absolutely Irreplaceable — Only 1 piece in existence; the stone's unique color pattern makes this carving impossible to replicate
Cultural Significance
The dragon is the most revered creature in Chinese mythology — a celestial being that commands the heavens, the seas, and the forces of nature. Unlike Western dragons, the Chinese dragon is a wholly benevolent symbol of imperial power, divine protection, wisdom, and extraordinary good fortune. Wearing or carrying a jade dragon is believed to bring its owner strength, success, and the favor of heaven.
Details
- Stone: Natural Nephrite Jade (籽料), Black and White Nephrite
- Carving: Dragon (龙) — qiao diao (巧雕) creative carving
- Finish: Hand-carved and polished
- Limited availability — only 1 piece in stock
- Each piece is absolutely unique — the natural color distribution cannot be replicated
- Chain / cord included
The king of jade stones, carved with the king of mythical creatures — a pendant of unmatched power and beauty.
Measurements
- Pendant Size: 70.6 mm × 39.5 mm
- Pendant Thickness: 28.1 mm
- Total Weight: 113.06 g