Suspending a highly translucent icy jadeite carved as an oval form centring on a cabochon surrounded by a dragon and flower motifs, symbolising great fortunes, to a decorative bead necklace, length approximately 610mm, signed. Pendant measuring approximately 48.63 x 36.88 x 12.29mm. This lot contains jadeite or rubies originating in Burma (also known as Myanmar) and also articles of jewellery containing such gemstones may not be imported into the U.S. With respect to items containing any other types of gemstones originating in Burma (e.g. sapphires), such items may be imported into the U.S. provided that the gemstones were mounted or incorporated into articles of jewellery outside of Burma as long as the setting is not of a temporary nature. Loose gemstones of any type originating in Burma may not be imported into the U.S. In this regard, purchaser’s inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify a cancellation of the sale or any delay in payment.
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Treasure Bowl Stories of the treasure bowl originated from Ming dynasty of China, revolving around its wealthiest merchant Shen Wanshan. It was said that he had a treasure bowl kept in his home, one capable of multiplying gold and silver inside of it incessantly, which made him incomparably rich. In traditional Chinese culture, the treasure bowl is widely regarded as a fengshui object for placement in one’s home to attract good fortunes and potential benefactors. It can generate an incoming flow of wealth endlessly and help open the door to riches. Similarly, precious jadeite has been considered a valuable family heirloom since the ancient times. When carved as a ‘Treasure Bowl’, it becomes auspicious and coveted for inviting wealth and good luck. This season, Tiancheng International is presenting an Icy Jadeite Pendent Necklace carved with dragon, flower and wave motifs, created by Wang Junyi. Remarkably lucid and translucent, the jadeite comes with a richness in form and shape, making it the ultimate symbol of prosperity to manifest financial abundance and positive energy in one’s home and life.