This piece is white Hetian seed jade with brown skin, carved in relief as a single peony in full flower with a bird and butterfly resting before it. The peony is called the king of flowers in Chinese culture, and the butterfly adds a wordplay on blessing and fortune. Listed dimensions are 57 x 34 mm and the weight is 59.8 g, with the depth confirmed per piece. Ask Yufu Jade for current photos of the skin colour and the relief carving.
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Height, width, depth and weight
Carving subject and cultural context
Every side plus an in-hand scale photograph
The meaning behind this piece
The peony (牡丹, mudan) is the traditional flower of wealth, honour and status, and 花开富贵 (hua kai fu gui), "when the flower blooms, wealth follows", is a classic blessing of prosperity and good standing. The butterfly (蝶, die) also sounds like the words for "many" and "longevity", reinforcing the well-wishing.
Sizing and wear
At 57 x 34 mm and 59.8 g, this is a light, palm-sized plaque about 2.2 x 1.3 in that is easy to hold or to rest flat on a stand.
Keeping this piece at its best
Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it thoroughly.
Keep it away from perfume, chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners.
Store it flat in a padded box so the relief carving is protected.
This archived piece is not offered for sale. For any proposed similar piece, ask whether a laboratory report is available for that exact item. Request a readable copy showing the issuing laboratory, report number, item photograph, measurements and the scope of the conclusion. Verify the number through the laboratory's own official service and compare the report details with the item being offered.
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No. This individual piece has already been collected and remains online as a reference. You can ask Yufu Jade to look for a similar material, form or carving subject; any new piece is documented and quoted separately.
What is the brown skin on this piece?
It is the natural iron-tinted rind of the original jade pebble, retained as a sign of seed material; ask Yufu Jade for photos to see how the skin frames the peony.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — the peony is a classic emblem of honour and prosperity, so the piece is often given for a new business, promotion or housewarming.
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