The couple’s remains were wrapped in jade burial suits now regarded as some of China’s greatest national ... that the tomb was indeed an ancient burial chamber. Excitement mounted when they ...

Jade (nephrite) has a prominent place in ancient Chinese history ... as well as exquisite jewelry. By the time the Han Dynasty emerged (from 202 BCE), jade objects were more frequently fashioned ...

"It is the largest and heaviest jade carving from this era discovered in China, and it is believed to possibly have had a symbolic or tomb-guarding function." "Some experts speculate that ancient ...

Of emperors and dynasties - see how ancient jade and gold, dragons and cranes are used in eye-catching, new ways The history of jewellery in China is ... lead at Meilan Jewelry and Arts.

Visitors view a jade dragon of the Hongshan ... that emerged around 6,500 years ago in north China, have offered new evidence of the brilliance of ancient Chinese civilization.