Chinese Carved Moss on Snow Natural Jade Pendant.

Pendant carved from natural 'moss on snow' Chinese jade, depicting a dragon's head turned toward a small mythical creature on its back. 

Size: 2 1/2 x 5/8 x 5/8 in. 

“Moss on snow” jade refers to a distinctive type of Chinese jade, usually white or pale in color, flecked or veined with green inclusions that resemble moss growing on a snowy surface. This visual effect, most commonly found in nephrite jade, is prized for its natural, painterly quality, which artisans often incorporated into carvings to enhance the aesthetic or symbolic meaning of objects. The green flecks can suggest growth, vitality, and harmony with nature, while the white background symbolizes purity and spiritual clarity. Popular for both personal adornments and small decorative carvings, “moss on snow” jade exemplifies the Chinese appreciation for the interplay between natural material qualities and artistic interpretation.

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