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A pendant rests against the chest, over a shirt or under it, where you feel it through the day. Every design here carries a meaning from tradition: a Buddha for calm, a dragon for strength, jade for protection.
Ouroboros Dragon Necklace
$44.78
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Ouroboros Dragon Necklace
$44.78
Shipping: 7-10 Business Days
30 Days Risk Free Return
100% Authentic & Handcrafted
Count the loops. There are two.
The dragon does not close into a ring. It crosses over its own body halfway down and comes back the other way, so what hangs on the chain is a figure eight. On a Chinese piece that is not a neutral shape. Eight is the number people pay extra for on a car plate and a phone number, because ba (八) sounds like fa (發), to prosper. Turned on its side it is also the sign for infinity. The pendant is both at once and it did not have to try.
The coiled dragon with its head brought round to its own tail is old here. The Hongshan (紅山) culture was carving jade ones five thousand years ago. Wherever the shape turns up it says the same thing: no beginning, no end, and destruction and creation as a single motion.
For anyone who has had to knock something down to build the next thing. That is the whole content of the symbol, and it is a more useful idea than most.
The two tones do real work. Gold runs along the dragon's back and mane, antiqued steel down the belly plates, so at the crossing point you can still tell which length of the body is in front. Without that it would read as a knot.
Details
- Material: Stainless steel, two-tone gold and antiqued finish
- Pendant size: 58 x 28mm
- Length: 60cm / 23.5in
- Motif: Coiled dragon in a figure eight, compare the Hongshan zhulong (燭龍)
- Care: Steel will not rust. Gold tone is a surface finish, avoid abrasion
Wearing & Care
The steel needs nothing. It will not rust and there is no reason to take it off for water. The gold is a surface finish rather than solid metal, so keep it away from abrasives and it will stay as it is. A cloth if it dulls.
Shipping
Orders are typically processed and shipped within 1-2 business days, and estimated shipping times are below:
- US: 7 to 10 Business days
- UK: 7 to 10 Business days
- CA: 7 to 10 Business days
- AU: 7 to 10 Business days
- EU: 7 to 10 Business days
- Rest of world: 7 to 15 Business days
You will receive shipping confirmation emails with your tracking number once your parcel has been shipped.
Returns
Not what you pictured? Send it back within 30 days of delivery.
Why buy here
Earth Tibet vs Others
| What matters | Earth Tibet | A typical jewellery shop |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Specify clearly in Specification section | Lie about the material |
| Length | Chain or cord length listed | Left out |
| The meaning | Explained on every page | Left decorative |
| Delivery | Tracked, 7 to 10 business days | Often untracked |
| Returns | 30 days, risk free | Tricky & Unfair Policy |
Frequently asked questions
How long is it, and where will it sit?
Every necklace lists its chain or cord length in the Specifications. As a guide, 45 cm sits on the collarbone and 60 cm on the upper chest. The Length Guide above the Add to cart button shows both.
Is the stone real?
When the Specifications say natural jadeite, jade, agate, chalcedony or obsidian, that is what it is. The exact material of every piece is named there, including the metal and any plating.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Close, but not identical. Natural stone differs in colour and marking from piece to piece, and hand carving varies a little too.
Can I wear it every day?
Yes. Stainless steel can be worn in water. Jade and other stone can stay on through the day, but take it off before sport or anything involving impact. Keep enamel and plated pieces away from water, perfume and abrasion.
What if I do not like it?
Send it back within 30 days of delivery.