Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Jadeite Foo Dog

~ Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Jadeite Foo Dog ~

A charming Chinese jadeite carving in the form of a Foo (or Fu) Dog.

The dog has a coin under its front paws.

The Foo Dog protects the house and home and is a symbol of good luck.

The piece is of translucent grey-green jadeite (Burma jade).

It dates to the Qing dynasty (1644-1912).

 ~ Dimensions ~

The piece measures 5 cm (2 inches) by 3 cm (1 ¼ inches).

It weighs 34 g.

~ Condition ~

The item is in very nice condition with no damage.

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