Golden Turtle with Blooming Jade Rose Ring

An exceptional antique turtle in 14K gold with intricately carved Burmese jades, diamonds and rubies. Highlighted by the antique 14K gold turtle adorned with diamonds and rubies, and a meticulously carved jade rose flower design crowning the ring, this piece is expertly crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold, embodying a Chinese design aesthetic. Resting with grace on a black wood band ring, it features a 9k inner lining. The harmonious fusion of these exquisite materials gives rise to the birth of a genuinely timeless masterpiece.

The jades are special – originated in Myanmar and was hand carved in China. Although jadeite deposits are found throughout the world (Guatemala, Japan, Russia, and California), Burma remains the primary source of best jade, hidden in the mountains where geography, soil, and climate all come together to produce the finest. The sourcing of the Jade from Myanmar and carving it in China began in 1780’s with Emperor Qianlong, who extended China's jurisdiction into northern Burma, calling it the “Imperial Gem”. Jade was therefore used for the finest objects and cult figures and for grave furnishings for high-ranking members of the Imperial family. They were also carriers of Chinese traditional arts and literature and were representative of its user's personal aesthetic sense and their social status, especially the imperial courts.

This piece took 2 months to finish with over 6 craftsmen and designers involved at various stages
Diamonds: 1.287 ct.
Rubies: 0.04 ct.
Carved green jade: 1.29 g.
Carved rose jade: 0.68 g.
Dimension: 4.11 (W) x 3.55 (L) x 4.34 (H) cm.
Size# 55
Weight: 26.69 gm.