Jade nephrite scarab from Burma – Hand-carved gemstone...

This extraordinary jade nephrite scarab from Burma combines the natural beauty of the green gemstone with one of the oldest symbols of ancient cultures. The sculpted carving shows the characteristic body of a scarab with clearly defined wing parts, legs and fine ornamental details. Particularly impressive is the intense green hue of the nephrite. Depending on the light, the material ranges from rich, bright green to darker, deep greens. The polished surface beautifully showcases the stone’s natural luster and subtle transparency. Natural inclusions and individual color patterns emphasize its unique character. The scarab possesses an ancient symbolic history and is especially known from ancient Egypt. There it symbolized renewal, rebirth, vitality, and the ever-repeating course of the sun. Therefore, this gemstone sculpture is not only a decorative collector’s piece but also an object with special symbolic resonance. Details: Gem: Jade nephrite Origin: Burma Motif: Scarab Elaborately carved gemstone figure Polished, glossy surface Intense green to deep green color nuances Partially translucent areas Visible natural inclusions and structures Three-dimensionally worked wing and body details Individual collector and decorative piece Nephrite, alongside jadeite, is one of the two minerals traditionally grouped under the label jade. For millennia, the material has been used for jewelry, carvings and artistic objects due to its toughness, pleasant feel, and characteristic green tones. In various cultural traditions, jade is symbolically associated with harmony, luck, protection, balance and steadiness. Together with the traditional symbolism of the scarab, this creates a striking object that can stand for renewal, vitality and positive development. These meanings are culturally and spiritually transmitted and do not represent scientifically proven effects. A special jade-nephrite scarab from Burma for lovers of extraordinary gemstones, artistic stone carvings and symbol-rich collector pieces. Stone: Jade-Nephrite Weight: 226 ct Size: 40.7 x 34.6 x 21.1 mm Treatment: None Origin: Burma Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that carries out final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; this is what gives rise to these shipping costs. The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.. See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs saved.. In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor and phone can display color qualities differently. The disclaimer about the healing properties as previously given : It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

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