Antique Vintage Deco 14k Yellow Gold Chinese Carved Jadeite Jade Charm Pendant

Description

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Listing description by: Dayna M.
The Piece
Auction Estimate:
,000 - ,000
Age Circa:
Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings
: "RCE" and "14K" on the bale, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
China
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
0.9 grams
Metal Type:
14k yellow gold
Item Weight Value:
.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Jadeite jade
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Carat weight:
2.22 carats
Length:
9.43 mm
Width:
7.62 mm
Color:
semi-translucent, Grade A, untreated green hue
Accent Stone:
--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
--
Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts:
Carved and polished cabochon
Item Measurements:
Length, including the bale:
0.65"
Width:
0.37"
Depth:
0.16"
Bale opening:
2.21 mm long by 1.63 mm wide
Closure/Clasp Type:
Standard split bale
Link Type:
--
Pendant Type:
Drop pendant
Notable Features:
This pendant was handmade during the Art Deco era. Composed of 14k yellow gold, the pendant features a beautifully carved jadeite jade stone. The flawless carving of the jadeite jade stone is a stunning example of the expertise of Chinese stone cutters, who were revered for their meticulous and detailed work with a variety of stones, especially jade. Since the Victorian era, wealthy Europeans and North Americans had been custom ordering jewelry from China as Chinese jewelers were considered some of the best in the world. The process of ordering, making, and receiving a Chinese export piece could take months at a time, so pieces like this pendant were costly and highly desirable.
There is a single jadeite jade stone adorning this pendant, featuring an untreated light green hue with a mottling of lighter cream shades. The stone was expertly carved into a cabochon cut motif before being polished to show off its unique hue. The jadeite jade rests securely beneath a 14k yellow gold prong setting, the vivid hue of the yellow gold is a striking contrast to the light green hues of the jadeite.
Completing the pendant is a 14k yellow gold standard split bale. Due to its small size, this piece can be worn as a pendant on a necklace or as a charm on a bracelet. A classic example of Chinese export jewelry from the Art Deco era, this pendant would make a valuable addition to any antique jewelry collection. Don't miss your chance to preserve this piece of cultural history.
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chinese export jewelry became popular during the late Victorian period and persisted until the 1960s. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now.
Chinese stone cutters were considered some of the finest artisans in the world. They would spend years learning to hand-carve many different types of stones and excelled in creating finely detailed pieces other artisans couldn’t even hope to compare to. Their skill was so refined that they could even carve delicate stones like coral and jade. Chinese stone cutters were so talented that Victorian era European socialites would commission pieces from them, preferring the hefty price tag that came with such high-quality work to the ready availability of Western stonework.
It was in China—where the gem-carving tradition was already thousands of years old—that jadeite reached its peak as an important artistic medium. The first jadeite reached China in the late 1700s, and late eighteenth and early nineteenth century carvers created masterpieces that are still unsurpassed in concept, design, and technical execution. Jadeite is prized for its hardness and density and occurs in green, white, orange, yellow, lavender, red, gray, and black hues. The highest grade of jadeite is translucent and has an even color distribution.
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