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Jade Dragon Raised Spirals Pendant Han Dynasty
Category: Asian Antiques
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Antique Jade , Archaic Jade , Asian Antiques , Chinese Antiques


Item Value: $0.00
Title: Jade Dragon Raised Spirals Pendant
Country/Region of origin: China
Authenticity: Original
Period/Age: Han Dynasty 206 BC - AD 220
Primary material: Nephrite
Dimensions: L:11.5cm (4 1/2")
Condition: Good

Notes

This is a Jade component  of complex pectoral pendants of the Zhou and Han Dynasties of China. Note the following:

01.The design is of a single spiralling dragon.

02.The body is patterned with raised nipples dots.

03.The lined extra appendages may represent clouds and indicate motion.

04.The dragon's head  shape is rather unusual.

05.The design is on both sides and there is a hole for attachment.

06.The Jade (Nephrite) is light green and translucent.

These Jade components of pectoral pendants are usually the most intricate and exquisite Jades of the Han and Zhou Dynasties.



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