Dark Green Jade Ovoid Bead‑Ornament, Neolithic Period

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Dimensions:Length 8.6cm (3‑3/8in), Width 6cm (2‑3/8in), Weight 424gCondition & Provenance:This substantial ancient jade ovoid ornament retains its original ancient polish, displaying heavy, well‑established surface patina formed over thousands of years of burial. The stone surface carries natural mineral encrustations, mottled earthy tan‑brown burial deposits scattered across the deep dark green jade body, alongside countless fine ancient wear scratches and soft surface abrasions generated by long‑term burial and handling. The drilled suspension holes show heavy wall‑smoothing wear from cord friction over millennia, with minor edge chipping and mineral residue remaining inside the bores; there are no modern repairs, fillings or re‑polishing done to this artifact. This artifact was part of an established New York pre‑collections, kept privately for decades, and it is entering public auction for the very first time.Description:This is a large‑scale neolithic jade ovoid pendant ornament, carved from a dense dark green jade material. It possesses a smooth, plump egg‑shaped silhouette with rounded, flowing contours all over the body. Multiple perforations are carefully drilled through the stone for threading and suspension; the inner walls of the holes bear clear traces of primitive ancient drilling techniques. Thick ancient burial patina and patchy earth‑toned encrustations naturally adhere to the jade exterior, mixing with the glossy worn ancient surface finish. Its massive size sets it apart from ordinary small‑sized beads, indicating it was a high‑status ritual ornament owned by important figures in primitive society. This heavy jade relic delivers powerful primitive aesthetic charm, representing the outstanding lapidary craftsmanship of ancient neolithic jade culture.

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