As the old Chinese saying goes “Gold has a value while jade is invaluable.” This jewel is very special in Chinese culture, whose development is closely linked to that of China’s etiquette system and civilization from the cultural and historical perspectives.
In ancient times, as today, jade was also used for furnishing articles, ornaments and personal adornments: jade rings, bracelets, pendants, combs. Watery, translucent, often exquisitely carved and with gentle greenish or a white sheen, items made of this kind of beautiful stone were quite popular at the imperial court. From collections used in the Qing (1644 – 1911 AD) court, we can see the purity and nobility of Chinese jade culture.
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