Chinese Ruyi Scepter with Semi-Precious Stone Cabochons and Long Life Character

Green-grey jade with two stones and a small, steady good wish.

This ruyi scepter was made in China in jade in the 20th century. The ruyi is commonly associated with good fortune and was often exchanged as a gift or kept as an emblem of success. The head is lobed, set with an orange cabochon and carved with scrolling forms. A pale blue-grey stone sits in the middle of the shaft, and the tip carries a long life character. The jade is a dusky green-grey with darker pools.

About 12 inches long. A cheerful thing that can sit across a stack of books.