Origin: Russia
Size: 47mm x 35mm x 7mm
Weight of the pendant: 10g, the set: 28g
Red-skinned old mine green jade is highly prized among jade collectors for its rarity, natural beauty, and historical significance. The “red skin” (红皮) refers to a natural oxidized outer layer formed over time as the jade weathers in the earth. This reddish hue adds contrast and character to the jade, often enhancing the visual depth of carvings.
Sourced from “old mines” (老矿), this type of jade comes from deposits that are either depleted or nearly so, meaning the material is no longer widely available. Old mine jade is known for its fine texture, rich green color, and durability, making it especially sought after.
Wearing a jade pig dragon (玉猪龙, yù zhū lóng) carries deep cultural symbolism rooted in ancient Chinese civilization. The pig dragon is one of the earliest jade totems from the Hongshan culture (红山文化), dating back over 5,000 years, and is believed to be a symbol of life, fertility, spiritual power, and ancestral protection.
A meaningful saying associated with it is:
“龙形护佑，福寿绵长” (lóng xíng hù yòu, fú shòu mián cháng) –
"In dragon form it protects, bringing lasting blessings of fortune and longevity."
Wearing a jade pig dragon is thought to connect the wearer to ancient wisdom, offer spiritual protection, and invite harmony, health, and prosperity into one’s life. It's also seen as a powerful talisman for grounding energy and honoring ancestral heritage.
