Stylish Contemporary Appeal with Oriental Twist - 100% Handmade 925 Sterling Brooch with Chinese Jade
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* FINELY HANDMADE: Handmade piece by piece, no factory mass production - 100% finely crafted by highly skilled artisans from Beijing in China
* ETHICALLY SOURCED: We directly partner with and source all our products from genuine local artisans - each purchase is a unique chance to help our social mission to improve the livelihood of marginalized ethnic minorities and preserve their cultural heritage
* MATERIAL: Top Quality 925 Sterling Silver with Exquisite Hotan Jade - Comes with Certificate of Identification issued by Chinese National Jewelry Inspection and Certificate Center
* EXQUISITE CRAFTSMANSHIP COMBINING TRADITION AND INNOVATION: Uniquely handcrafted using traditional carving art from Ancient Chinese cultural heritage - A tribute to the past Imperial splendour in unique modern style
* FASHIONABLE ORIENTAL LOOK TO BLEND IN MODERN STYLE: Delicately carved floral/butterfly patterns uniquely embellished with charming jade/red agate elements - A graceful Asian twist to your fashion statement!
This exquisite brooch seizes unique Chinese aesthetic sophistication in a catchy contemporary look. Splendidly handcrafted by Beijing jewel makers, its original profile features intricate floral patterns carved in sterling silver which come to life through a touch of pale jade to symbolise health and prosperity. Pin it to a dark jacket to upgrade your duty outfit with authentic Asian stylishness.
Chinese Hotan Jade: a Long-Lasting Chinese Heritage
Each beautiful jewel is handcrafted by fine artisans in Beijing using exclusive Hotan jade reinterpreting the style of Qing Palace jewelry in an original contemporary key.
Jade has been an emblem of Chinese culture since ancient times. Contributing to development of Chinese civilisation, it has been present in art, culture and religion as element of spiritual value and moral dignity at least since Western Han Dynasty (200 BC). Jade has been associated with healing powers, and was employed both in medicine and religious rituals to purify the body and spirit from their disease. Interestingly, the English word "jade" derives from the Spanish term "piedra de hijada", literally meaning "stone of the loin" to refer to how it was used to cure kidney diseases. In China, jade jewelry gained popularity especially during Ming (1368-1644) and Qing Dynasties (1644-1911) when it was worn by the imperial elite as a status symbol. One of the most valuable and priced varieties of jade is Hotan or Hetian Jade, mined in the Kunlun Mountains surrounding Hotan oasis town in Uygur, Xinjiang Province, to which it owes its name. Hotan jade mainly consists of tremolite which gives it a distinctive white-off to yellow colour, although it also exists in the usual bright green.
Today, jade has become increasingly rare due to the progressive exhaustion of sources.
Item number: XJHTY925CYXZ101
Measurements: 1.6 x 1 inch, 8.8g
Material: 925 Sterling Silver and Hotan Jade
Care instructions: Jade is very delicate. Do not rub against hard surfaces, keep away from chemicals to avoid corrosion and avoid continuous exposure to sunlight. Wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing and store it in a box. To remove sturdier stains, use soft brush with light soap and water. As jade naturally contains water, keep it in an area of humidity to prevent over-drying.
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