This beautiful rich apple green natural jadeite pendant is carved on one side showing two phoenix and on the other side showing an upside down bat with the money sign. There is open lattice work in between the carvings for added interest. The jade is 1 1/2” long by 1 “ wide. It hangs from a necklace beaded green jade ovals (13 mm by 11 mm) that are carved with the Chinese character for long life in the middle and dragons on the sides. The necklace is 18” around and is finished with a 14k gold clasp. This is a spectacular necklace that you will wear with everything.

The bat is symbolic of happiness, good fortune, prosperity and longevity. When something is portrayed upside down it means it has arrived, so the common portrayal of an upside-down bat is symbolic of good fortune that has arrived. It is one of the best symbols of good luck.

The phoenix, a mythical bird, is the emblem of the Empress and of beauty. It only appears in time of peace and prosperity. It is symbolic of prosperity, rich harvests, and beauty. The phoenix ranks second of the four supernatural creatures, the dragon being the first, the unicorn third and the tortoise fourth. A train of small birds is always in attendance when the phoenix flies.

Worn by Imperial families for centuries, jade is a very spiritual stone. It has been called the jewel of heaven, the stone of immortality, a symbol of purity and is believed to embody the five cardinal virtues: charity, modesty, courage, justice and wisdom. From cloudy white to golden brown, light to dark green, to rare lavender, this most highly prized Asian stone is of many shades. Jade is treasured for its magical powers to increase life span, cure all ailments and ward off evil spirits. Jade has been regarded as the most precious stone for thousands of years. It is believed to protect the wearer and ensure good luck and good health.

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* jade pendant is 1 1/2” long by 1 “ wide

*Length: 18"

* Carved Jade beads: 13 mm by 11 mm

*Weight: 41 grams.

*clasp: 14k gold