Lot 114. Fine Pair of Icy Jadeite Bangles. Estimate HK$2,800,000 - 4,800,000 (US$360,000 - 615,000). Courtesy Tiancheng International.

The highly translucent cylindrical jadeite bangles of soft apple green tone, suffused soft emerald green veins. 

Bangles outer diameters, inner diameters and thicknesses measuring approximately 76.17 x 54.15 x 11.48 and 75.69 x 54.75 x 11.03mm respectively.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory reports numbered KJ84686-KJ84687, dated 12 March 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as 'A Jade'. 

Pair of Jadeite Bangles
Jade bangles were worn as accessories when they first appeared in the Neolithic period. Until the Ming and Qing dynasties, China had been importing massive quantities of jadeite from Burma, which quickly drew a favourable reception for its bright, translucent and fine texture, and a hardness that made it comparable to the precious stones.

Round jadeite bangle is called ping’an (peace) bangles as well - with a rounded shape and cross section as well as a plain, lustrous appearance, without any lines visible on them. Characterised by an aesthetically pleasing design and sophisticated look, these bangles symbolise harmony and completeness, crystalising the yearnings for undying love. Their shape is also in line with the traditional Chinese concept that “heaven is round, and the earth is flat.” Jadeite bangles are hollowed out in the centre and fashioning such jewellery entails high wastage, the original jadeite boulder must be free of cracks, to ensure the bangle’s lasting quality. This is why the crafting process must be undertaken with meticulous care and skill. And it is even exceptionally rare regarding a pair of perfectly matching jadeite bangles.

To be offered is a pair of icy jadeite bangles (Lot 114), exquisitely fine in texture, it is highly translucent and emits a crisp, melodious sound when lightly tapped. A tribute to unparalleled craftsmanship, the bangle’s streamlined, smooth-flowing silhouette complements its elegant, refined look, to produce a calming effect on the wearer and a highly sought-after treasure for jadeite connoisseurs.

Tiancheng International. HONG KONG SPRING AUCTION, Jewellery and Jadeite. 12 Jun · 1 pm