Antique Chinese Carved Hetian Jade Bi Disc

Description

View Antique Chinese Carved Hetian Jade Bi Disc with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This is an antique Chinese carved Hetian jade bi disc, originating from China before 1800. It is a valuable piece of Asian antique with historical significance. This particular disc is made of Hetian. This is an antique Chinese carved Hetian jade bi disc, originating from China before 1800. The disc is made of light green jade with inclusions, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. It is a valuable piece of Asian antique with historical significance. Bi discs are flat jade discs with a central hole, dating back to prehistoric times. They are believed to symbolize heaven and may have been used in ceremonies. This particular disc is made of Hetian jade, a type of nephrite jade primarily found in the Xinjiang region of China. Yellow Hetian jade gets its color from iron oxide inclusions and is considered valuable. Hetian jade is believed to bring good fortune, health, protection, and promote emotional balance. The hardness of jade makes it difficult to carve, requiring harder stones like quartzite or diamonds for abrasion. The disc features intricate carvings, possibly depicting stylized birds and cloud patterns, which are common motifs in Hongshan culture art. Bi discs were also placed on bodies in graves. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Other Chinese Antiques.

Primary Material

Jade

Color

Light Green With Inclusions

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Region of Origin

China

Age

Pre-1800