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Authentic Chinese Jade

October 3rd, 2009

Angie

Authentic Chinese Jade Reviews

Luos Jade Face Massager Roller- Makes You Look Younger Grade AA #RL004

$24.98

Jade facial roller has a history of more 1,000 years during the ancient dynasty era. Only the richest and powerful women can have this possession and such are the queens. It was used to prevent the lost of skin elasticity, promote circulation and integrate the natural energy from the jade stone.

Daily use of this face roller can reduce the amount of time needed in a spa. It is easy to use and ca…

The Jade Dragon Verse of Using Acupuncture (Yu Long Fu) (Journal of Chinese Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture)

$2.99

As a precious ancient Chinese medicine classic, The Jade Dragon Verse of Using Acupuncture (known as “Yu Long Fu” in Chinese) uses “jade dragon” in its name to indicate its great value. This verse summarizes the experience of how to choose the most effective acupuncture points (acupoints) for more than eighty diseases. These diseases include twenty-one ailments in the head, face, neck, sho…

Chinese Dragon — Great Asian Gift (for some people!)

Definitely A Great Chinese Gift (for some people) — Chinese Dragon!

         Chinese dragons are legendary creatures that are portrayed as long, scaled serpentine creatures with four legs and often show up Asian legends and folklore.

Unlike some negative images associated with western dragons, Asian dragons, especially Chinese dragons are the symbol of ultimate good fortune. Literally, especially in China, everything connected with Chinese Dragons is blessed.

     Historically, the dragon was the symbol of Chinese emperors. Since it is also the symbol of divine protection, it is regarded as the Supreme Being among all creatures, and temples and shrines have been built to honor them.

Chinese dragon controls over the rain, rivers, lakes, and seas, anything related to water. Being the divine mythical animal, the Dragon can ward off wandering evil spirits, protect the innocent and bestow safety to all.

     The fact of dragon being associated with water is used for Feng Shui, which is ancient Asian art of creating harmony and balance within an environment, as well. In Feng Shui, if the dragon object is placed near the water features in your home, such as water fountain, it is said to brings achievement, fame and power. In addition to that, if it is placed in the east, it could blow precious “chi” and brings health, if it is placed on your desk, it would bring career success…etc.      The figure of dragons are also very much appreciated in the Chinese art as well as Japanese art. Therefore, there are many gorgeous water color paintings of dragons which make a great wall art treatment. Those dragon pictures look great on garments as well.

Therefore, for the people who have Chinese heritage, or appreciate the meaning of Chinese dragons, it would make a great Asian gift for sure. If it is for a housewarming gift or business gift, a dragon statue or wall treatment would be a great choice. They are often great collectible pieces as well. If it is for young people, you could go with T-shirts, other apparel goods, or accessories.

However, on the other hand, I would like you to keep it in your mind that the Chinese dragon gift would be a quite taste-specific so to speak. So, before you randomly choose the dragon for an Asian gift, I suggest that you know the taste of the recipient very well:-) For example, the dragon statue wouldn’t always go with every contemporary rooms. If the gift recipient is someone who doesn’t appreciate the beauty of the dragons, it is quite possible that the dragon would end up being trapped in a box in a basement or closet or somewhere instead of being the hero that brings luck and fortune into the house. So, please make sure that your gift recipient loves dragons first!!
One more tip:

When you choose a dragon statue, I would recommend you to look for its authentic quality of craftsmanship and materials. They often come with gemstones such as jade, mammoth ivory, bronze, Chinese porcelain and wood carving..etc. The one with detailed craftsmanship would be very appreciative for a statue or figure rather than abstract form.

For Young People:
There are many cool marchandises with dragon designs these days, such as skateboards, T-shirts, Mugs, Aprons, Keds Shoes, business card, post card, greeting cards, tote bags..

For more Chinese Dragon housewarming gifts, business corporate gift, anniversary gifts, please visit
www.AsianGiftPardise.com

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How do you tell real Jade from a polished dyed rock?

How do you tell if Jade is authentic? I have a lot of old Chinese carved stone or jade items and could not tell you if the green jade is real or fake. Does anyone know how to test for it?. Since it comes from China, for all I know it is chunk of green melamine or ground puppy bones?

Take it to a jewellers and they should be able to tell you for free and let you know if you should insure it.