This fabulous necklace is made with a gorgeous piece of carved green jade and 13 mm green jade beads. The jade is lock shaped and carved with two dragons on the top facing each other. Inside are two birds facing a pi. The carving is raised and well done. The carved jade is 2 1/2” by 1 1/2”. The necklace is 20” around and is finished with a 18k gold vermeil clasp. This one-of-a-kind necklace is very dramatic and versatile as it will go with many things. A unique and beautiful jade necklace is always in fashion.

The dragon is the imperial emblem of the Emperors in China, especially from the from the Han period where their coat of arms shows two dragons fighting for the fiery pearl. The dragon is a supernatural creature and is the symbol of power, strength, wisdom and goodness. It represents the utmost in accomplishment: good luck and a successful life. It is also believed to be the guardian of hidden treasures. It represents the spirit of growth and change.

The bird is highly favored as a favorable sign. It represents the Oriental’s love of nature.

Birds as pets are very important in China and many households have them. The Chinese prize the song bird especially and take very good care of them, feeding them fresh insects and taking them to the park every morning much as we would our pet dogs. It is very common the see the parks full of older men and women early the morning each with their own caged pet bird at their side.

The pi is symbolic of money.

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. 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 as well as to increase life span.