Luminous Milky Carved White Jade Cicada buy Collectible-Pendant, 2 1/2"

This rare jade piece features the likeness of the auspicious cicada whose image and meaning are infamous in Asian culture and the arts.

It is believed that the cicada brings good fortune by being resilient as it possesses longevity.

The piece is made from Chinese jade and buy shows good details of the creature's body with bulging eyes and segmented wings.

The jade itself is unusual as it exudes a luminous "glow" from within.

The piece measures 2 1/2" long and 1 1/4" wide. It is predrilled through the mouth should you wish to incorporate the piece into a unique necklace.

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