Jade

Sapphire ancient rare emperor Ruyi

The ruyi scepter is a study in patience. Green jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restra…

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Jade flower and bird pattern comb

This object is cut from jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; the car…

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Sapphire cloud and dragon pattern urn

This object is cut from green jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; t…

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Jade ring with flowers and leaves

The ring is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at once.

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Yuba comes out with a halberd and a square goblet

This object is cut from jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; the car…

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Blue and white jade five-piece pen holder

The object is a study in patience. White jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at…

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White jade rabbit shaped pendant

This pendant is cut from white jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend;…

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Sapphire dragon and phoenix pattern slag bucket

This object is cut from green jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; t…

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