Jewelry: Designer + Antique
Sat, Nov 23, 2019 01:00AM EST
Lot 24
Jadeite Jade Carved Monk Budai Heads Necklace, Sterling
Unsold
$150
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Jadeite jade carved bead heads of the Buddhist Monk Budai, popularly known as the "Happy Buddha" or "Laughing Buddha". The carved beads arestrung on a sterling chain with a sterling circle pendant. Inside the pendant is a free hanging Chinese character for "good fortune". There is an etched motif on the bottom of the pendant. There are fourteen Budai heads each approximately 1 inchtall. They freely move on the chain. The pendant is 1 1/2 inches in diameter. The chain is an oval link chain with a spring ring clasp 2 mm in diameter. The clasp is marked "Sterling". Measures 18 3/4 incheslong.Weighs 199.1 grams Jadeite Jade confirmed by refractive index reading.
Very good condition. Some tarnish on the bale. The makers mark has been worn down.