Yin Xiaojin's jade carving pendant in the shape of a Chinese cabbage, adorned with a cricket. Chinese cabbage has a long history of cultivation and symbolizes prosperity and abundance.

Gilt Jade Phoenix Pendant, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 C.E.). ... (1644–1912) and showcase the astounding development of Chinese jade carving over the course of several millennia.

They are helping to transform its reputation as a sought-after yet very traditional gem — typically carved into bangles and disc pendants redolent of Chinese culture — into one of the jewelry ...

Of emperors and dynasties - see how ancient jade and gold, dragons and cranes are used in eye-catching, new ways The history ...

A recent analysis of a type of jewellery called ‘group jade pendants’ offers unique insights into Ming dynasty imperial court traditions and even highlights transitions in the empire’s history.

A pig-shaped jade carving Photo: VCG. At the site of a Neolithic settlement in East China's Anhui Province that dates to 5,800 to 5,300 years ago, Chinese archaeologists are busy cleaning numerous ...

Appraisal: White Jade Pendant & Serpentine Frame. ... The carving on the pendant is good, not great. GUEST: Mm-hmm. APPRAISER: This was worn as a pendant, originally, in the 18th century.

OVER 100 jade carvings are on display at the National Art Gallery in an exhibition held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China.