Carved Jade Ring on Stand Tray Provided with a metal stand

Provided with a metal stand as shown

but unlike in the west

The finished suzani would then be presented to their husband on their wedding day as part of the bride's dowry

Recognisably one of the most characteristic of Chinese designs

The original paintings on the drawer fronts are faded but still visible

Carved Jade Ring on Stand Tray Provided with a metal standOur beautiful stone discs, known as 'bi' (pronounced 'bee') in Chinese, are made from jade or other stone. The outer ring and central circle symbolise heaven and earth, and they are thought to bring happiness and peace into the home. This one is made from jade and features a dragon set centrally. It comes with its black metal stand as shown. Please note that the actual stone ring may differ slightly from the ones shown as these are all individually