Green White Jadeite Jade Cicada Ru Yi Hand Carved Necklace, 蝉如意, YJ-1022-0064622

Stone Type: Natural Jadeite Jade (Grade A)
Pendant Size: 1.75 x 0.59 x 0.46
Pendant Weight: 17.26 g
Translucency: Semi-translucent
Unique ID: GDTC-85221708627

NATURAL JADE: This is a high grade jadeite jade pendant necklace. The pendant is completely natural jade, un-dyed and in its natural form.

CARVING: The jade pendant is hand carved with a Cicada and Ru Yi (). The cicada is a powerful transformational symbol. The cicada is a symbol of rebirth and transformation, representing the cycle of life and death. The Ru Yi is a auspicious symbol regarding success. The combination of the cicada and the ru yi in this jade pendant represents the idea of transformation leading to success and prosperity. It is a powerful symbol of personal growth and achievement, reminding us that sometimes we must undergo a transformation in order to achieve our goals and reach our full potential.

Here are some additional details about cicada as a symbol:

1. The cicadas only drink dew and sap, plus the mud is unstained, symbolizing holiness, innocence, and purity.
2. The Cicada symbol is worn on the chest to symbolize that it can move smoothly, soar into the sky, become famous overnight, and be prosperous.
3. The cicada is a repeating creature that lasts from time to time, implying generations of families to last over many years.
4. Cicadas symbolize rebirth and immortality similar to the Phoenix does in some cultures.The ru yi is a scepter that symbolizes power, prosperity, and good fortune. In ancient China, the ru yi was often given as a gift to those in positions of authority or as a symbol of good luck and success.

JADE COLOR: The pendant is beautiful striking green blue hues mixed with white. It is semi-translucent and allows light to shine through when held against the light or sun. This allows for a "glowing effect" when light reflects on the stone, which is beautiful under natural sunlight.

ADJUSTABLE NECKLACE: The necklace is adjustable - one size fits all.

GIFT BOX: It comes with a gift box. Ready to gift!

MINOR IMPERFECTIONS: The item is hand carved and natural so it may have imperfections because of the nature of stone or the hand carving art - part of the charm of carved jade! Pictures are of the actual item you will receive.