Earrings: Natural Hetian Jade, White Magnolia, Lapis Lazuli, 925 Sterling Silver, Butterfly (Can be customized to clip-on earrings upon request)

Natural Hetian Jade White Magnolia Lapis Lazuli Butterfly Sterling Silver Earrings (Can be customized to clip-on earrings upon request for those without pierced ears) Earring Length: (From the top of the ear hook to the bottom of the magnolia) Approx. 4.8 cm Gemstone (1): Natural Xinjiang Hetian Jade, Magnolia shape, 2 pieces, 9mm diameter x 16mm length each Gemstone (2): Natural Lapis Lazuli beads, 4 pieces, 2mm diameter each Overall Metal Material: 925 Sterling Silver <Gemstone Trivia 1> Hetian Jade (Mutton-Fat Jade) Compared to jadeite (also known as hard jade), which is primarily composed of aluminum magnesium silicate and has a more rigid luster, the beauty of soft jade (commonly known as Hetian jade) lies in its tender and delicate texture, especially its unique oily luster, which fully presents a warm and understated elegance. When it comes to soft jade, the most commonly heard name is Hetian jade. This is because the soft jade produced in the Hetian region since ancient times has been of excellent quality, thus maintaining its fame. However, the current definition of Hetian jade is that any aggregate primarily composed of tremolite can be called Hetian jade. Therefore, Hetian jade is also produced in regions such as Qinghai in China, Russia, Korea, and Canada. In contrast, the mineral resources in the Hetian region have been nearly depleted due to centuries of mining. China's jade-loving culture, which has spanned nearly eight thousand years, refers to Hetian jade. The five virtues of a gentleman, as described by ancient people, also refer to Hetian jade. This can be seen from the fact that imperial seals of successive emperors were mostly carved from high-quality Hetian jade, highlighting its importance since ancient times. In recent years, imperial seals of the Qianlong Emperor from the Qing Dynasty, which sold for astronomical prices at international auctions, were carved from large pieces of almost flawless Hetian jade. Interested individuals can search for images online. When choosing Hetian jade, its warmth and luster are important characteristics. Therefore, pay attention to its soft, uniform, fine, and dense texture, as well as whether it possesses a warm luster. Some lower-quality Hetian jade on the market, with a less dense structure, may develop cracks over time and lose its oily luster. Therefore, special attention should be paid during selection. <Gemstone Trivia 2> Lapis Lazuli Lapis lazuli has been a beloved and utilized gemstone by both Eastern and Western cultures since ancient times. In addition to being used in jewelry, it was ground into a blue pigment and was also used as an ancient eyeliner cosmetic. Lapis lazuli often features golden-yellow specks, which are pyrite, and this is the origin of the "gold" character in the name of lapis lazuli. Some people prefer a clean appearance, while others prefer the sparkling golden flecks; selection can be based on personal preference. I once saw an exhibition where ancient artisans used beautiful sapphire-blue lapis lazuli to carve a Medicine Buddha with blue skin (in Tibetan Buddhism, the Medicine Buddha has a blue body). It was truly solemn and ingenious!