Size	5 1/2 (also slightly adjustable for slightly smaller or larger)
Length	Just over 1 1/8”
Width	7/8”
Mark	No mark
Weight	6.4 grams
Material	Sterling silver, vermeil, natural Jade
Era	1930s

Why You’ll Love It

Impressive craftsmanship and a detailed design are hard to look away from in this Chinese sterling silver vermeil ring. The focal point is hand-carved from jade in the form of a plum blossom, symbolizing resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity, infusing its design with profound symbolism. In a vivid apple-green hue, the stone is accented with an intricate filigree setting, and look closely; it repeats a floral motif, tying all the details together in this gorgeous treasure. 

Condition and Quality

●	Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. Vermeil finish is golden with light wear and thinning, particularly on the back of the band. No dents.
●	Fresh sheen, light surface wear, and no chipping on the jade.
●	Secure, original band.

Collector Note

On Handmade Jewelry. Hand-etched or hand-carved jewelry is valued because it is, by default, one of a kind. Unlike machine-made pieces, a handmade piece can never be replicated in the exact same way, and so they will always reveal the at-the-moment intent of the individual maker. Often, the pieces have a distinctively visceral feel, as though you can sense the painstaking labor that went into every aspect.

On Chinese Jewelry. Chinese jewelry is laden with symbolism - from the symbolic meanings of the natural stones to the enamel depictions. Stones like natural jade, coral, and tourmaline were popular and carried special meanings with them. For example, jade was considered a symbol of desirable qualities like wisdom and beauty. The stones were often doubled with meaning, as they were hand-carved into symbolic forms. True antique Chinese jewelry is carefully crafted as, as evident by the incredibly dense and delicate silver filigree and vibrant enameling that dominate many designs.