This is a beautiful piece of natural bi-color jade - lavender and green. The carving is of a lavender jade dragon sitting on top of an oval pi that is both green and lavender. The carving is very detailed and shows off the dragon very well. I have beaded it with 13 mm lavender blue jade beads that are varied in color - some with more lavender than others. The jade is 2” by 1 1/4” and drops from the jade necklace that is 19” around. The necklace is finished with a large 18k gold vermeil hook clasp.

Lavender jade is one of the more rare colors in jade. This dramatic necklace is a fashion statement piece as well as a collector’s 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. 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.

*pendant measures 2” x 1 1/4”

*necklace is 19” around