Nephrite jade plaque "ji xiang"

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1900: item #549081
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18th to 19th century mutton-fat white nephrite oval plaque flanked with double dragon motif. Vertically inscribed with the characters "ji xiang" meaning auspicious, or favorable omen. Hand tools marks throughout, top loop hole for hanging. Measured hardness ~6.5 Mohs, specific gravity 2.94.

Country of Origin: China... Click for details