The Sky-Gazer: Qinghua Nephrite "Garuda" Ring
Calibrated to a commanding 22.1mm internal diameter, this heavy Banzhi 扳指 thumb ring is sculpted from a select block of Qinghua Nephrite (青花料)—the legendary "ink-and-wash" jade. It is a highly dynamic piece where monochromatic mineral patterns meet the soaring, protective energy of an ancient sky deity.
Born where pure white tremolite meets dense graphite inclusions, Qinghua jade is nature’s abstract calligraphy. This ring captures a dramatic geological split: a misty, mountain-grey base that transitions into a rich, swirling storm of midnight-black graphite clouds. The material possesses an ultra-dense structure that yields a heavy, exceptionally oily tactile presence.
Utilizing the method of 巧雕 — clever carving, the artisan has carved the high-relief silhouette of the mythic Garuda (金翅鸟) directly into the color boundaries. The hooked beak of the divine Tibetan Garuda emerges from the deep black graphite, while its expansive wings sweep across the whiter jade clouds.
Internal Diameter: 22.1mm
Approximate Weight: 21.9g
Nephrite essential information: we are aware that in the trade many people sell their nephrites coated or bathed in mineral oils that allows nephrites, especially pebble materials, to appear glossy and radiantly smooth, but over here at Kangiiten, we offer the nephrites in its original, raw formats, to which you may observe that the surface can be dry, or colour being less intense than usual. The aim is to allow you to wear it and allow it to respond to human contact, warmth, to which it will quickly develop a delightful natural patina, in the process of 人养玉. So fret not if the nephrite surfaces appear dry upon receipt, we just do not want to coat or bath our jades in mineral oils.
