{"product_id":"nephrite-stone-14","title":"Nephrite Maitreya Buddha Pendant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNephrite Maitreya Buddha Pendant — Icy Luster, Boundless Joy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome nephrite pieces simply take your breath away — and this is one of them. Carved from \u003cstrong\u003epremium nephrite\u003c\/strong\u003e of exceptional quality, this \u003cstrong\u003eMaitreya Buddha (弥勒佛)\u003c\/strong\u003e pendant possesses a rare and coveted \u003cem\u003eicy, translucent luster (冰润感)\u003c\/em\u003e — the kind of deep, glowing clarity that nephrite connoisseurs spend years searching for. Hold it to the light and watch it come alive, its surface cool and luminous like moonlight through still water. The Laughing Buddha's joyful expression seems all the more radiant set against nephrite of this quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Icy Luster (冰润感)\u003c\/strong\u003e — This pendant displays the prized \"icy\" quality of top-grade Hetian jade — a deep, translucent glow that speaks to the stone's extraordinary fineness and density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaitreya Buddha — The Laughing Buddha\u003c\/strong\u003e — The most joyful figure in Chinese Buddhist tradition, believed to bring \u003cem\u003ehappiness, abundance, and a carefree heart\u003c\/em\u003e to all who carry him\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Nephrite Jade\u003c\/strong\u003e — This jade represents the pinnacle of Chinese nephrite — fine-grained, dense, and deeply lustrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Collector's Quality Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e — The combination of superior nephrite quality and a beloved auspicious subject makes this pendant a standout piece for serious jade lovers and collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Personal Talisman of Joy\u003c\/strong\u003e — Worn close to the body, the Maitreya keeps his blessings near — a daily companion of happiness and good fortune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 「冰润」 (icy luster) quality is one of the most sought-after characteristics in jade — achieved only when the stone's internal structure is exceptionally fine and uniform, allowing light to penetrate and scatter within the stone in a way that creates a soft, glowing translucency. It is cool to the touch, silky smooth, and deeply satisfying to hold — a quality that must be experienced to be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitreya Buddha — the Future Buddha — is depicted as a laughing, round-bellied figure of boundless generosity and joy. He is said to absorb the worries of the world and transform them into laughter and good fortune. Wearing a Maitreya pendant invites \u003cem\u003ehappiness, prosperity, and an open, contented heart\u003c\/em\u003e into daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural Nephrite Jade — icy luster (冰润) quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarving: Maitreya Buddha (弥勒佛 \/ Laughing Buddha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Hand-carved and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn as: Pendant \/ personal talisman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited availability — only 1 piece in stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is unique — natural variations in tone and translucency are characteristic of genuine nephrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain \/ cord included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIcy, luminous, and full of joy — a jade Maitreya of rare quality, for those who know what truly fine jade feels like.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePendant Size: 48.3 mm × 48.4 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePendant Thickness: 11.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Weight: 35.41 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Stone art \u0026 tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45446658883628,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/0007\/6844\/files\/20260402_145635.jpg?v=1775868556","url":"https:\/\/stonearttea.com\/products\/nephrite-stone-14","provider":"Stone art \u0026 tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}