The Guardian Beast - Pixiu Hetian Jade Necklace
$650.00
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The Guardian Beast - Pixiu Hetian Jade Necklace
$650.00
Care & maintenance
Jade possesses a unique relationship with its wearer; the natural oils from your skin gently condition and deepen the stone’s luster over time. Frequent, mindful wear is the finest way to maintain the vitality and warmth of your solid bangles and beaded pieces.
Mindful Protection
- Cosmetics & Chemicals: Allow perfumes, lotions, and cosmetics to dry completely before adorning yourself. Harsh chemicals can dull the surface of natural jade, organic pearls, and fine metalwork.
- Impact & Elements: Remove your pieces before strenuous activity, swimming, or entering extreme temperatures (such as saunas or hot springs). While jade is tough, it can fracture under sharp, direct impact against hard surfaces, and chlorine or saltwater will rapidly tarnish silver settings.
Cleansing & Rejuvenation
To refresh your jewelry, gently wipe the stones and beads with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Never subject Hetian jade, pearls, or mother-of-pearl accents to ultrasonic cleaners, steam, or abrasive chemical dips. If the silver components begin to naturally oxidize over time, a gentle buff with a designated jeweler’s polishing cloth will restore their bright finish.
Shipping Information
We are proud to offer worldwide shipping on all House of Hetian orders. Every package is fully tracked so you can follow your jade's journey from our hands to yours.
Standard estimated delivery windows:
USA: 8 - 15 working days
Canada: 10 - 20 working days
Australia: 8 - 18 working days
Germany / Switzerland: 10 - 18 working days
Other Europe: 12 - 30 working days
Other Countries: 12 - 30 working days
Island States: 20 - 35 working days
Note: During holidays, festive seasons, and major sales periods, processing and delivery times may take slightly longer than usual. We will always do our best to fulfill deliveries within the stipulated timeframe, and we greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.
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Included with your order:
1. Signature Imperial Green presentation box
2. Warranty card - Complimentary 2 years
3. House of Hetian priority support
*Scan the QR code at the back of the warranty card to access priority support
A Creature Believed to Only Receive
The pixiu is a mythical creature from Chinese folklore, traditionally described as having no anus, meaning that whatever wealth or fortune it consumes is believed to stay with it permanently rather than pass through. For this reason it has long been kept as a guardian figure for prosperity, carved here in low relief around the full circumference of a jade disc rather than as a standalone figure.
Set Within an Older Form
At the centre of the piece sits a small openwork coin motif, a nod to the historic 方孔钱, the square-holed coins once used across dynastic China, itself a long-standing symbol of circulating wealth.
Above it, a single jade barrel bead threads the cord, keeping the design's weight and attention on the carved disc below.
Details
- Materials: Hetian Jade (carved pixiu peace buckle, barrel bead), waxed cord, metal detail (bead cap)
- Dimensions: peace buckle approx. 36 x 10mm; jade barrel bead approx. 8 x 7mm
- Weight: total mass approx. 20.30g
A Master's Respect For Hetian Jade
Hetian jade is the historical pinnacle of nephrite jade. It is a material that is profoundly special, historically significant, is believed to carry blessings for its owners.
Known as the "stone of heaven" and the soul of the mountain.
We work exclusively with traditional master carvers whose lifetimes are dedicated specifically to reading the natural veins and shaping the contours of hetian jade. Approaching their craft with a reverence that mirrors our own, they ensure the eternal spirit of the stone is preserved in every piece.
Our deep respect for it dictates how we craft every piece.
From Raw Stone To Delivery
Because we only handle hetian jade, our quality control is hyper-specialized. Every piece undergoes inspection before final packaging and delivery.
STEP 1-3
Initial Inspection
1. Artisanal Carving Check: We look for fluid lines, precise detailing, and a design that elevates the natural soul of the jade rather than fighting it.
2. Surface & Polish Inspection: Hetian jade should feel soft and warming to the touch, despite its hardness. We inspect the polish under magnification to ensure the right luster has been achieved.
3. Post-Carving Stress Test: We perform a final structural review to ensure the carving and polishing process introduced no micro-fractures or stress points into the piece.
Step 4-5
Pre-Shipping Inspection
4. Final Inspection: A senior inspector conducts one last inspection for imperfections, and verifies that the physical piece perfectly matches its accompanying documentation, pairing the jade with its official certificate of authenticity and provenance records.
5. Verification & Packaging: Finally, the jade is carefully nestled into our custom, imperial green presentation boxes. This protects the stone's polish while honoring the spiritual weight of the item inside, ensuring it arrives at your door perfectly preserved.
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