This natural jade pendant has been out out and carved with four dragons. There is a dragon in the center of each circle and two dragons facing out away from each other on top of the bottom circle.  The jade is a pale bluish gray with his of gold on the top.  The pendant measures 3 1/4 inches long and 2 inches wide at widest part.

I have beaded this with 10 mm natural jade is the same color as the pendant. The necklace is 25 1/2 inches around and is finished with a 14 k gold hook class.  I can shorten this if you wish.

This is a gorgeous one-of-a-kind piece that will be a standout fashion statement as well as a collectors item.

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.  People born the year of the dragon are thought to have superior talents. They are intelligent, creative leaders who are both sincere and trustworthy.

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.