This sweet little carved jade rabbit is a soft green with variations in the color. It hangs from a necklace of jade beads that are the same color variations. The pendant is 1” wide and drops 1” from the jade necklace. Necklace is 17 inches around and is finished with a 14k gold clasp. This is a beautiful delicate necklace.
The rabbit is symbolic of virtue and also symbolic of longevity. Those born in the year of the rabbit are intelligent, successful in business and lucky in love.
Chinese royalty has worn jade for centuries. It is believed to be a spiritual stone and has been called the jewel of heaven. It represents the five principal virtues: charity, modesty, courage, justice and wisdom. From cloudy white to golden brown, light to dark green, to rare lavender, jade is the most highly prized Asian gemstone. It is believed to protect the wearer and ensure good luck and good health as well as to increase life span.