Crimson Jade | Sichuan Ice-Veined Nanhong Ag-20250716-081

Sichuan Ice-Veined Nanhong Approx. 9.7*8.7mm Polished into ancient, lustrous beads, each imbued with poetic elegance. ~Gilded Sterling Silver Gourd, Jadeite, Amber - The Nine Purple Li Fire Period, also known as the period of official prosperity, between 2025 and 2043. Traditional theories of the Three Yuan and Nine Periods correspond to the color purple. The Nine Purple Li Fire Period is the final cycle of the Nine Periods, aligned with the trigram Li, representing fire. This era signifies a time of maturity, growth, blooming, fruition, and a significant increase in fortune. - Custom bracelet size: Please measure the thinnest part of your wrist in cm with a soft tape measure. Do not add extra length. Nanhong has been historically referred to as "Crimson Jade" due to its high hardness. It has been used in imperial court necklaces and as garment adornments. Nanhong beads have been discovered in noble tombs dating back to the Warring States period. During the Qianlong era, Baoshan Nanhong was an exclusive tribute reserved for the imperial family, a tradition spanning centuries of development. Nourishes the Heart. Crosses the Waters. Nothing is more beautiful than cherishing Nanhong. Tracing back through history, Nanhong has always been a treasured possession among royalty and nobility. During the Qing Dynasty, Nanhong was particularly valued, becoming the Nanhong court beads that signified status and prestige. Among the Seven Treasures of Tibetan Buddhism, "Crimson Pearls" refer to Nanhong. Believers and practitioners believe that Nanhong is an embodiment of Guru Rinpoche, bestowing wondrous merit through its practice. Nanhong is a gemstone belonging to the agate family. Its texture is like congealed fat, with a restrained luster, a substantial and warm feel, and a dense, firm structure. Nanhong is definitively more than just agate. The accurate interpretation is that authentic, raw Nanhong is a type of agate distinguished by its prominent jade-like quality. Nanhong's luster: superior gelatinous quality compared to agate. Nanhong's feel: superior density and structure compared to agate. High-quality Nanhong possesses a gelatinous sheen, while agate has a glassy texture. In recent auction events, a full-color, full-meat Baoshan "Drip Cave" Nanhong bangle fetched a hammer price of over 40 million Taiwanese dollars. Nanhong's coloration originates from the aggregation of cinnabar. The denser the cinnabar structure and the more compact the texture, the more vibrant the color becomes. There are three primary authentic sources: Waxi, Baoshan, and Liangshan. Color varieties include: Brocade Red, Rose Red, Cherry Red, Persimmon Red, Flame Red, Ice-Veined Red, White-Red Material, Lychee Base, Ice Red, Yellow Material. Waxi Material: Authentic Waxi is priceless. Its greatest characteristic is its exceptional jade-like quality. High-quality Waxi material possesses a superb gelatinous feel, with a mutton-fat luster. However, authentic source material is extremely rare. Baoshan Material: Imperfections do not conceal its jade nature - no cracks, no Baoshan. The presence of cracks does not diminish its value; rather, it becomes an important characteristic for authentication. Compared to Liangshan, Baoshan Nanhong has a higher luster, a richer texture, does not transmit light easily, and often features cracks. Its color becomes more beautiful after being worn and cherished. Its output is limited, and market prices remain high. Cracks are my distinguishing feature; please do not misunderstand my natural beauty. Liangshan Material: Cool, lustrous, and water-like. One of the Jiukou producing areas is near a volcano. Jiukou material belongs to a superior producing region within the Liangshan area. Its quality, color, and oiliness are excellent. It features floating flowers and mineral patterns, which are my characteristics. The following are common agates found in the market, which may be mistaken for Nanhong: African Red Agate: Watery texture, darkish hue, glassy texture. Mongolian Nanhong: Strong stony texture, heavy liver-like coloration. Central and South American Dyed Agate: Treated/enhanced to achieve desirable coloration. Collect a string of authentic Oriental Nanhong. Nourish your heart, and let it guide your spirit across the waters. As you cherish it through the process of wear, quietly witness the gentle passage of time. Find your peace. Simple and exquisite to wear; the quality is evident. Superb in natural light, stunning in person. Authentication supported. A woman is inherently a fine material; it is all about how she is adorned to present her most suitable self.