This is a UNIQUE, Hard-To-Find, Hand Crafted, ANTIQUE Components, EXCELLENT Condition "Hand Carved Black Grade A Jadeite Kissing Love Birds Design Amulet Pendant Gold Ring Chain Swarovski Crystal Heart Red Carnelian Beads Toggle Closure Necklace". My friend's Aunt purchased this WONDERFUL Necklace at an Estate Sale in Fredericksburg Virginia in 1980 from the estate of a Chinese American man and his wife who had spent their lives collection items that reflected their national heritage. This SLEEK Black Jade Love Birds Amulet Pendant Red Carnelian Bead Necklace was notated on the Original Sales Slip as "Antique Chinese Hand Carved Black Jade Love Birds Amulet Gold Ring Chain Red Carnelian Gemstone Necklace". Worn occasionally over the years, it is in EXCELLENT Condition with NO marks, stains, odors, chips, cracks, missing beads or other damage; it comes from a smoke-free, pet-free home. With a length of approximately 21 inches, the hand carved Natural Untreated Black Chinese Jade Pendant has a diameter of approximately 2 1/8th inches and is approximately 1/8th of an inch thick; it is NOT Marked or Signed.
With a graceful shape and nicely detailed features, the Pendant is ENTIRELY hand carved from a single piece of Grade A Natural LUSTROUS Black Jadeite by a SUPERBLY talented Chinese artist who has created a HANDSOME Figure. The workmanship has WONDERFUL texture and flowing lines and is truly a UNIQUE work of Chinese Folk Art that is both ELEGANT and PRIMITIVE at the same time. Carefully carved, these MAGNIFICENT Love Birds feature an interesting and original, painstakingly carved shape and a design that includes feathers, facial features and a detailed tree with flowering branches upon which they are perched.
With their bodies curled towards each other, their beaks appear to be kissing, creating a DYNAMIC, ROMANTIC scene. It is attached to the Golden Chain from which dangles a Swarovski embedded Rhinestone Heart. Above sit 36 GORGEOUS, SUMPTUOUS, polished deep red round carnelian gemstone beads. Highly collectible, this is a thick, well-weighted piece that is a FUN, GRACEFUL and EXOTIC piece of Jewelry and is sure to be complimented on by everyone who sees it. The Jadeite Love Birds Amulet Pendant was entirely hand carved and is quite RARE with EXQUISITE detailing. It is a MUSEUM QUALITY PIECE OF ART with nice, simple details and a graceful form. A STUNNING, Hand-Crafted necklace that uses a masterfully carved and STRIKING Jadeite Pendant, this Necklace is JUST THE RIGHT WAY to add a touch of ancient Oriental Asian flair and mystique to your Jewelry Wardrobe as it reflects a modern twist of the ravishingly elegant opulence of ancient China.
Black Jadeite is a stone of protection with strong elemental energy that shields not only the physical body, but guards against negative forces, people projecting anger and aggression, as well as the fear and violence projected through the media. It is also an important tool for looking inward as it allows for honest self-evaluation, and helps absorb and transform unhealthy and destructive emotions. Its action balances nerves and soothes cardiac rhythm so wearing Black Jadeite jewelry will keep your energy levels charged and will help guard against illness. It is said that wearing a Black Jadeite Pendant will protect the wearer against deception. Black Jadeite signifies peace through strength, making it a good amulet to wear when feeling insecure or afraid.
Like the unexpected fire of a sunset, or the first flash of autumn brilliance, Carnelian captivates. Its bold energy brings a rush of warmth and joy that lingers, stimulating and empowering. Known as a stone of motivation and endurance, leadership and courage, Carnelians have protected and inspired throughout history. Carnelian is said to attract prosperity, new resources and good luck. It is a talisman for success in any money-making venture. In the workplace, it is a crystal of ambition, drive and determination, and wards off undue pressures of co-workers or impersonal corporations with unrealistic expectations