摘要
JADE enjoys a high cultural status in China.It is regarded as a symbol of virtue and nobility.A popular proverb says,“For a man of true nobility,it’s better to be a broken piece of jade than a whole tile.”It means that a man would rather die in glory than live in dishonor.Seen as the essence of Heaven and Earth,jade was used to make sacrificial vessels for royal families in ancient dynasties.Royal family and nobles wore jade jewelry and regarded it as a symbol of status.
