Chinese Symbol for Happiness Necklace Coral Jade Jewelry

very vintage looking simple handcrafted Chinese symbol necklace.. Antiqued brass Chinese symbol for happiness pendant dangles from small scale delicate vintage brass chain.  I've added a gorgeous marquis faceted green Jade oval dangling from a fat red Coral round gemstone bead.  See below for gemstone symbolism information.

Chinese symbol talisman jewelry make a thoughtful gift and this happiness necklace has a powerful statement.  Lovely alone or terrific layered with other necklaces.  This necklace is unisex and would be suitable as women's or men's jewelry.  

Coral symbolizes joy and happiness.  It enables the wearer to enjoy life and protects against negative energy.  Coral strengthens love and the need for partnership.  It makes the wearer immune to envy and resentment.  Jade symbolizes renewal and universally considered a lucky gemstone.  In Chinese tradition jade symbolizes the five virtues of humanity:  wisdom, justice, compassion, modesty and courage.  Jade calms, counteracts prejudices and gives the wearer a sense of justice and contentment

Size Happiness Chinese Symbol Necklace measures 23".  Pendant measures 3 1/8" in length

Gemstones and Beads
Red Coral 12mm round bead
Nephrite Jade 6mm x 13mm faceted oval bead

Brass chain

Closure Brass lobster claw clasp