Fabulous, Chinese 17th Century Qing Dynasty green jade ruyi scepter. The wish-granted wand, commonly called ruyi scepter, carved from a single piece of nephrite jade, with slightly curved handle terminating the everted end. The ruyi head carved with quatrefoil flori-form petal shape, depicts dense and lush tree, Lishui water, rocky hill, stone path, and pavilion , all in mountain landscape. The wand with flowers blooms tree, cumulus ruyi clouds, auspicious pattern. Jade stone is pristine with a rich green iridescence and captivating sheen. Affixed to the butt of the stalk is a silk tassel ornament that matches the stalk in length The reverse side carved with fine character inscriptions followed by a seal mark. The jade displays pale-celadon in color with clean tone, and moist milky appearance. The ruyi, considered one of the Eight Treasures, was a scepter which represented power and authority. The ruyi was originally a short sword with a sword-guard used for self-defense or gesturing. There is some speculation that it may have evolved from a back scratcher. The head of the ruyi is similar to that of the Lingzhi or "fungus of immortality" and the lotus. The name "ruyi" is usually translated as "as you wish" or "in accordance with your desires". The ruyi now symbolizes good wishes and prosperity. Mark on the reversed shaft, carved four seal script characters reign mark, Qianlong Reign Period.

Height:2.5 in
Width: 14.5 in
Depth: 4 in

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