A JADE ‘FIVE BATS’ ELEMENT OF A BELT...
A JADE ‘FIVE BATS’ ELEMENT OF A BELT BUCKLE / HOOK
China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Carved out of a white stone, the obverse with five flying bats, the reverse with a chi dragon shaped hook and a lotus bud shaped button.
L: 5,9 cm – w: 4,6 cm
Weight: 33 grams
Note: Five bats stand for the "Five Blessings", namely longevity, wealth, health and composure, virtue, and the desire to die a natural death in old age.
"五福"玉带扣
中国，清代，19世纪
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A JADE ‘FIVE BATS’ ELEMENT OF A BELT BUCKLE / HOOK
China, Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Carved out of a white stone, the obverse with five flying bats, the reverse with a chi dragon shaped hook and a lotus bud shaped button.
L: 5,9 cm – w: 4,6 cm
Weight: 33 grams
Note: Five bats stand for the "Five Blessings", namely longevity, wealth, health and composure, virtue, and the desire to die a natural death in old age.
"五福"玉带扣
中国，清代，19世纪
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