Spinach Green Hetian Nephrite Archer's Ring / 新疆和田老坑碧玉扳指

jade nephrite hetian archer's ring chinese

A stunning “Old-Mine” Xinjiang Hetian nephrite archer’s ring. Sourced from historic deposits, this piece foregoes glassy translucence in favor of a warm, unctuous luster and the exceptional “oily” texture highly prized by true jade connoisseurs.

Originally designed as functional gear to protect a warrior’s thumb while drawing a bowstring, the archer’s ring evolved during the Qing Dynasty into an ultimate symbol of power, wealth, and aristocratic status. Worn prominently by emperors and noblemen as an exquisite daily ornament, this piece beautifully showcases the deep, saturated spinach green that defines the finest nephrite jade.