Antique Chinese Dragon Jade Sterling Cuff Bracelet C.1890
Attention International buyers:Please contact us regarding the shipping before committing to the purchase. Stunning museum quality antique Chinese sterling wedding cuff bracelet C.1890.The bracelet features elaborate anddetailed chasing, carving, and filigree works.It depicts an intricate dragon тшистинг around a hand carved valuable jadeite jade plaque,a well-crafted figure of dancing and playing musician on one side,and entangled bamboo leaves on the other. The jade plaque is 33 X 19 mm.The whole bracelet is 3" wide.The larger round opening is approx. 2 5/16" diameter or 7 1/4" circumference.The smaller round opening is approx. 2" diameter or 6 1/2" circumference.The slit is 1" wide. There is a Chinese character stamp on the bracelet,of which we do not know the meaning.Tested sterling. Total weight is just under 79 grams. Excellent antique condition. The dragon is known as “the ruler of beasts”.It is a Chinese cultural symbol of power,harmony and balance. In Chinese wedding customs