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A white jade bangle
8125 Qing dynasty
Of circular form, carefully carved with oblique channels that form a
64 | BONHAMS twisted rope design, the matrix displaying a faint greenish-white cast
with cloudy white veins inclusions.
3in (7.7cm) diameter
$1,500 - 2,500

8123
Two tourmaline pendants
Of similar shape and carving, each of flattened triangular form with
three peaches surrounded by birds among leafy branches; each with a
gilt metal ring mount.
1 3/4in (4.5cm) length of each
$1,500 - 2,500

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A group of six small jadeite carvings
18th/19th century
Including two circular plaques, one carved as confronting gui dragons
surrounding a four-character inscription on the front and back, the
second circular plaque reticulated and carved in low relief as a flower
basket with peony and lingzhi; two smaller oval plaques carved with
floral motifs; and two jadeite rings.
2 1/4in (5.4cm) diameter of larger circular plaque
$1,500 - 2,500

8125
Three jade carvings
Including one white jade carved as dharmacakra (Wheel of the Law)
with a movable center disc, the second surrounded by four beasts
with a movable center disc; the last a pierced belt plaque.
2 1/2in (6cm) diameter of the largest
$1,000 - 1,500