Jewelry

Shou Symbol with Jade Earrings

Shou Symbol with Jade Earrings

$68.00 at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

The shou character, or ideogram, is a meaningful representation of "long life" according to Chinese art. It is thought that simply wearing the symbol could bring luck and prosperity to its bearer. These jade shou symbol earrings serve as a beautiful reminder of a time-honored tradition. Materials: pewter with gold finish, jade, ear wire Diameter: 3/4”, Height: 1 5/8” Made in USA