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Make a beautiful statement on your neckline with this Chinese symbol pendant with chain. From Passport to China, it's available in your choice of symbol: Happiness, Longevity or Prosperity. It's finely crafted in sterling silver with velvety rich 18K yellow gold plating and hand-applied enamel work, a process that dates back to the Ming Dynasty as early as the 1300s. The 18" rolo chain has a 2" extender to perfectly complement your wardrobe. It's destined to be a go-to favorite in your collection.

Travel across the globe on the latest adventure in the Passport series: Passport to China. Global jewelry ambassador Shari Marcus transports you on an immersive journey to China - a land rich with ancient history, vibrant culture and steeped in tradition. Set in precious sterling silver with 18 karat gold plating, each piece is rich in symbolism and artistry, paying homage to China’s revered Imperial dynasties. Unique and treasured motifs, from pagodas to Chinese calligraphy, will take you to a faraway world. Embrace the feeling of royalty with the “Emperor’s stone” jade, the time-honored craftsmanship of carving, and the legacy of pearls and gemstones.

Features

  • A single bail lets you effortlessly place the pendant on many of your other favorite chains.
  • Pair the pendant with chain with matching ring 216-431 to create a stunning coordinated style.
  • HAPPINESS: The Fu symbol is the symbol for blessings and happiness as well as luck; it embodies people's hope for a happy life and wishes for a better future. It is often used to welcome in the New Year. During Chinese New Year (Spring Festival), people often paste the Fu character on their doors, typically upside down, as a way to welcome good luck.
  • LONGEVITY: The Chinese symbol for longevity is the character "shou," which means longevity or long life. It is a significant symbol in Chinese culture, representing a wish for a long and healthy life. The shou symbol is often depicted in a circle, which represents unity, wholeness and eternity.
  • PROSPERITY: The Lu symbol is the symbol for prosperity and dates back to the Shang Dynasty. It is a symbol for good fortune and advancement. In ancient Chinese society it was closely associated with official positions and social status. Many Chinese parents choose the Lu character for their child's name, hoping that they will lead prosperous lives.

Details

  • Material Content: Sterling Silver, Enamel
  • Plating Type: 1 Micron 18K Yellow Gold
  • Finish: Polished, Enamel
  • Total Gram Wt:
  • HAPPINESS: 6.3g
  • LONGEVITY: 6.32g
  • PROSPERITY: 5.68g
  • Length: 1.27in.
  • Width: 0.98in.
  • Height: 0.09in.
  • Bail Type: Single (pendant may be removed from chain)
  • Chain Type: Rolo
  • Chain Length: 18in.
  • Extender Length: 2in.
  • Clasp Type: Lobster
  • Country of Origin: China

Product Disclaimer

Vermeil Plating:
Pronounced "vermay," vermeil is an electroplating process in which 14K gold or higher is coated over sterling silver. Officially designated by the jewelry industry, items may only be sold as vermeil if they have a minimum thickness of 100 millionths of an inch (2.5 microns) of gold over the silver. Regular gold plating is less than 2.5 microns.

The "vermeil" technique of plating sterling silver with gold originated in France in the 1750s. It differs from "gold filled" or "gold plated" in terms of the thickness or thinness of the microns over sterling silver. "Gold filled" pieces have a much thicker layer, between 15 and 45 microns, which is mechanically bonded to the base metal with heat and pressure. Vermeil is a more expensive version of "gold plated". It does not wear off as quickly as gold plating does. However, over time, vermeil wears off and therefore will require re-plating.

Gold/Platinum Embraced Silver or Bronze:
Our platinum and gold embraced collections feature layers of platinum or gold over sterling silver or bronze for a lustrous, radiant finish everywhere you look and touch.

To care for your plated jewelry items:

  • Remove jewelry before bathing, swimming, washing hands, putting on make-up, lotions, perfumes, and/or working with household chemicals, cleaners, or acidic liquids.
  • Do not clean plated jewelry in an ultrasonic cleaner or in silver cleaning solutions, as it could completely remove the plating finish from your item.
  • Ensure your jewelry item is thoroughly dry before storing. Moisture in an enclosed space can increase tarnishing.
  • Store your plated jewelry in a jewelry box lined with felt or anti-tarnish material. Items should not be stacked as this may cause damage to the plating surface.
  • Do not use excessive pressure when cleaning with a polishing cloth or soft brush, as this may cause damage to the plating.
  • Over time your plated items will need to be re-plated. Contact your local jeweler for information on plating services.