Carved Jade Aubergine Pendant buttons It's crafted in solid 18

It's crafted in solid 18 carat gold and dates from the latter years of the 19th century

would have been purchased to protect against a particular situation or ailment

is home to a bright green chrysoprase pebble

Stones: Old Cut Diamonds

Carved Jade Aubergine Pendant buttons It's crafted in solid 18A carved jade panel hangs from a gold diamond set bail. The double sided carving, Chinese in origin, depicts aubergines or eggplants if you're in the US. It dates from the 19th century, having been later repurposed as a pendant. Aubergines have been cultivated in China since prehistory, and are said bring good fortune and prosperity specifically, they are though to look like an official wearing a cap of office, and as such they are used to convey the