Description: ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS Artifacts, Antiques, & Fine Collectibles Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Research on jade yue and fu axes from Xipo, China, reveal just how these lovely axes were made. The first step involved cutting the raw material into pieces with stone or bamboo saws and string saws soaked in a slurry of jade dust. Then the pieces were ground and abraded to a proper shape, as jade does not flake like flint. Next, a round hole was drilled in the top of the yue using a small bamboo tube and a slurry of powdered jade as an abrasive. Finally, the jade was carefully polished and inspected before its delivery and presentation to its wealthy and powerful owner. Early jade axes such as this one a have a rather thick, solid body, while later Neolithic blades are thinner and more refined with square, edged sides. The Chinese word for jade is “yu” and this jade ritual axe is made from ancient nephrite jade that has been beautifully crafted in a fantastic cultural masterpiece. It easily dates to 5,000-years-old. It is made of pure Nephrite jade and has a wonderful, authentic patina that is a rich, russet and tan highlights from the iron in the soil that is was in contact with for 5,000 years! I have tested this jade and it tests as pure "nephrite Yu (Jade)" as the Chinese say. I have examined this artifact under 10x magnification and have determined that there are no cracks, repairs, or damage of any kind. The jade axe shows only evidence of heavy pitting and differential weathering--something that only happens when carved jade has been exposed to air and water for many thousands of years. This is completely natural and is perhaps the best clue to look for in determining the age of jade. I have carefully examined and authenticated this ritual Jade Axe as 100% authentic and original! It will appraise as such by any knowledgeable Chinese jade expert or museum. NOTE: Please note that there are hundreds of modern reproduction axes for sale on eBay from China and the USA, but nearly all are modern fakes, and some aren’t even jade. So please insure that you are bidding on the real thing if that is what you want before you bid. If you only want a reproduction piece for a few dollars that is just fine, just be sure you are getting the quality and authenticity you are paying for. Please examine the macro photos taken indoors carefully, as they are part of the description. The stand is not part of the auction, just included to give you a better perspective. FREE SHIPPING includes INSURANCE for all 50 United States. Overseas buyers are responsible for all shipping and import duties and taxes.
Price: 1625 USD
Location: Sequim, Washington
End Time: 2024-09-12T23:54:18.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Amulets
Region of Origin: China
Age: c. 3,500 BC--2,100 BC
Primary Material: Jade
Maker: Unknown
Original/Reproduction: Original
Color: Dark Russet with Tan Highlights
Culture/Dynasty: Liangzhu
Creatures: Taotie Monster & Two Fire-Breathing Dragons
