Fine Chinese Natural Jadeite Carving Kwan-Yin

Hand carved natural jadeite carving depicting Jingping Kwan-Yin in sitting position. Dimensions: Measurements are; 115 x 67 x 25 mm or 4.53 x 2.64 x 0.95 inches with total weight o 0.50 lbs/228 grams, no condition concerns.

Jadeite generally occurs in metamorphic rocks with a higher-pressure origin and is made of interlocking, blocky, granular crystal. The hardness of the Jadeite is usually between 6.5 to 7. The density of the Jadeite is between 3.25 to 3.36.

Jadeite, compared to nephrite jade, commonly has a more sugary or granular texture, it appears in a number of colors. Jadeite became popular in late Qing Dynasty.

Emerald-green jadeite, colored by chromium, is called imperial jade. The process of producing a Jadeite art craft is complicated, including cutting, grinding, and polishing by several experienced artists. Get Supersized Images & Free Image Hosting. Attention Sellers - Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Figurines & Statues".

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