Beautiful Antique 19th Century Hetian White Jade Loose Beads - 117 Total - Rare!

Description

Listed for auction is a rare find of 117 Hetian White Jade loose beads. These beads are all in excellent condition - no chips, cracks, crazes, hairlines, etc. They all have a bright intense color, a smooth finish and watery luster.
Also referred to as "Mutton Fat Jade",
Hetian
, also known as Hotan, is located in northwestern China (Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region) and has always been synonymous with the best nephrite. The area is known for yielding the famous top-quality
white
“mutton fat”
jade
.
Mutton
-
fat jade
should be glossy, translucent white nephrite and
is the best quality of Hetian-White-Nephrite.
Each bead measures 12.7mm (.5 inch) and all are
symmetrical and uniform. Some have a grey hue, some an ivory hue. It has not been easy to capture their essence in photos. It is a most impressive set.
I purchased them at a very reputable Hollywood Rd antiques shoppe in Hong Kong whose owner estimated an age of approx. 150 years. I lived in HK for many years and was going to have them crafted into a piece for my own personal use, but lost energy for that and know that someone else will enjoy.
Please note that I am not a jade expert. I have tried to examine each one carefully and would be happy to help answer any questions to the best of my ability.
Thank you for looking and best of luck!