This is a rare and beautiful jade pendant showing considerable calcification (alteration) consistent with what one would expect. The piece depicts a sinuous, coiled dragon surmounted by a phoenix. The surface has a number of very finely carved incisions which serve to highlight and enhance the design, as can be seen in the photos. There are several incised Chinese characters on the surface as well. The piece measures 4" in length (9.9cm), 1-1/4" at the widest (3cm)...

The blade is carved from a grayish-green nephrite, showing significant alteration, as shown in the photos. It measures 5-3/4" in length (14.9cm) and 2" (5cm) at its widest. Depth is 1/8". There is an incised design down the length of one side of the blade, while the other side shows a number of incised characters. Please examine the photos carefully for the details...

This is a beautifully carved Warring States (475-221BCE) roundel depicting a curling, horned dragon with gaping mouth and extended tongue. Carved from an altered (?) grayish nephrite, the plaque measures 3" in diameter (7.3cm) and is in exceptional original condition. The dragon's eye as well as other details have been carefully incised on the dragon's body...

This is a large and extremely fine and rare openwork plaque depicting two opposing pairs of dragons,separated by a crouching chimera. The plaque is carved from a pale grayish-green nephrite and dates to the Warring States Period, 475-221BCE. It measures 5-1/2" in width by 3-1/4" in height (14cm X 9cm) and 5mm in depth. Pieces as elaborate as this one are rarely found, and are associated exclusively with members of the nobility and the ultra-wealthy...

From a collection formed in the 1990's, you are considering an authentic nephrite dragon pendant dating to the Warring States period, 475-221BCE. The stone shows considerable alteration, as can be seen in the photographs.It measures 10cm (4") in length and is in excellent condition. This piece has been examined and authenticated by Gu Fang, who has issued a certificate of authenticity which will be provided to the purchaser at no additional cost...

From a collection formed in the 1990's, you are considering a large jade dragon plaque made in the Warring States period, 475-221BCE. The piece measures 12.5cm (4-7/8"0 in length and is carved from a grayish-green stone (nephrite jade). If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can sometimes be to be sure that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later copy...

This is an authentic nephrite jade dragon pendant dating to the Warring States period, 475-221BCE, measuring 12.5cm (4-7/8") in length, carved from a grayish-green stone. This piece was likely sewn to a garment, as there is a hole drilled through the mid-part of the dragon's body, likely for attachment. The dragon's scales, as well as other details, are incised along the length of the body...

This is an ancient nephrite jade carving from the Warring States period, dating to 475-221BCE. The stone measures 6.9cm in diameter (2.75 inches) and is a medium olive green in tone, with an area of deeper green, as can be seen in the photographs. If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can sometimes be to be sure that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later copy...

From a collection formed in the 1990's, a rare and important matched pair of jade dragon plaques from the Warring States period, ca 475-221BCE. The plaques each measure approximately 5-1/4" in height (13.3cm) and, as can be seen in the photographs, show traces of the abrasive material used in their creation as well as the expected calcification...

From a collection formed in the 1990's, a rare and authentic Nephrite cloud-shaped pendant, dating to ca. 4700-2500BCE. The stone is carved from a deep green nephrite, with areas of calcification, as shown in the photographs. It measures 4.5" in length (11.5cm) and is in exceptional condition. If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can be to be certain that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later copy...

This is a beautifully executed small comb-like pendant dating to ca...

This is a rare and authentic ancient Chinese nephrite pendant dating to ca. 4700-2500 BCE. The stone is a bluish-green celadon color with brownish inclusions and noticeable calcification. The piece measures 4-1/2" in width (11cm) and is in outstanding condition.If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can be to be certain that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later copy. There are, of course, a few “telltales” that can exclude a piece a...

This is a large, authentic Hongshan cloud-shaped nephrite pendant measuring 8-5/8" (22cm) in width, dating to ca.4700-2500 BCE. The stone is generally olive-green in tone, with brownish inclusions, as shown in the photographs. It is in outstanding condition. If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can be to be certain that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later copy. There are, of course, a few “telltales” that can exclude a piece as b...

This is a superb example of an archaic jade Bi disc, dating to ca. 2100-1600 BCE. The piece measures 7-3/8" in diameter. The stone is of pale celadon color, with brown and black inclusions. A related example was sold by Christies, The Yangdetang Collection, Part II, Hong Kong 28 November 2018, lot 2710. I have included a copy of the Christies listing for purposes of comparison, for those of you who might not have access to the catalog. If you collect Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how ...

It would be impossible to overstate either the beauty or the importance of this magnificent 2000 year-old jade carving. It measures 8-1/2" in height (22cm) and, apart from one or two age-related minor abrasions (shown in the photographs) is in outstanding condition. Authentic discs such as this one, featuring a dragon and phoenix motif, are exceedingly rare, as those of you who collect archaic jade are aware. For a related example, see Christies, November 28, 2018, lot 2780.(Chinese Archaic Jade...

Chinese antique carved jade bi. Made of pale green jade with one side having white striations. Intricately carved by hand with Archaic scrolling motif of interlocking dragons and Taotie motifs. The disk has a pleasing convex curve. Bi disks were used in rituals, burials, and as symbols of status and power.

Dimensions: 3 1/2" high x 2 1/2" wide

Objects such as this one are commonly referred to as "Hoof-shaped objects" and are believed to have been used as hair ornaments, but their actual use/significance remains speculative. This example is made from a very attractive greenish-gray nephrite, measuring 3-1/2" in height (9cm) and is in excellent condition. If you are interested in collecting Ancient Chinese Jade, then you know just how difficult it can be to be certain that what you are acquiring is the genuine article and not a later co...

A strand of 53 jade and hardstone objects perforated and strung together, including a mix of Neolithic and Shang dynasty objects. This strand has been examined and authenticated by a leading Chinese expert, author of a fifteen-volume reference work entitled The Complete Collection of Jades Unearthed in China. A copy of his Certificate of Authenticity will be provided at no additional cost. Authenticity is absolutely and unconditionally guaranteed to the purchaser.