Jade Rabbit Pendant

The image shows a green jade rabbit pendant with a 14K gold bale. This pendant is likely made of jadeite, a hard, translucent stone often used in carvings and jewelry. Jade is an ancient stone historically used to attract love and is considered to be an auspicious material in Chinese culture. The bale, the metal loop at the top of the pendant that allows it to be hung on a chain, is made of 14K gold. The pendant is carved in the shape of a rabbit, a popular motif in jade carvings, especially in Chinese art. The rabbit is three-dimensional and appears to be holding a coral carrot. The pendant is likely vintage, possibly from the early 20th century. It is a small piece, measuring approximately 2 inches tall including the bale, 1/2 inch wide, and 3/8 inch thick.