White Hetian Jade Plaque: Orchid, a Symbol of Integrity, 36.2 g
Reference: 163YU-94652
This individual piece has been collected and is kept online as a reference (status checked October 2, 2026).
Orchid, a Symbol of Integrity, carved in white nephrite. This piece is listed at 36.2 g.
Product Details
- Material
- White nephrite
- Listed origin
- Xinjiang, China
- Design
- Orchid, a Symbol of Integrity
- Format
- Plaque
- Dimensions
- 47.9 x 33.4 mm
- Approximate dimensions in inches
- 1.89 x 1.31 in
- Weight
- 36.2 g
- Collection
- Jade Plaques
- Availability
- Previously collected; reference archive
- Material form
- Alluvial pebble material (zi liao), as described
About This Piece
A single orchid spray rises along a softly squared plaque. The large plain areas around it and the uncarved reverse give the piece a quieter appearance than the densely filled narrative panels.
Carving details and what to examine
Compare the outer profile in the full view with the smaller carved details in the close-ups. An angled view helps separate changes in surface depth from differences caused by lighting. Photographs are useful for studying the composition, but do not establish the maker, the tools used or a workmanship grade.
Material and stated origin
This plaque is listed as white nephrite and depicts Orchid, a Symbol of Integrity. Its stated origin is Xinjiang, China; the geographic attribution is separate from mineral identification.
Details Yufu Jade confirms for a proposed similar piece
- Material and any available testing
- Height, width, thickness and weight
- Carving subject and cultural context
- Both faces, edges and suspension details