Chinese Qing Dynasty Yellow jade ink stone. A finely carved Chinese white Jade ink stone with a carved hardwood fitted box. The rectangular jade inkstone is decorated with an archaic pattern on the left side and the reverse is decorated by double moon inkstone highlighting picturesque plum blossoms on the corners. Custom fit within a covered box amidst three gilt characters carved on the cover. Jade, as a stone, has five virtues. Its glossiness and warmth is like benevolence. Because inside and outside is the same, so that knowing the outside one knows the inside, this may be likened to righteousness. Its far-reaching sound (when struck) may be heard from afar, like wisdom. It is not easily bent, but can be broken, which may be likened to courage. Jade relates to such virtues as benevolence, wisdom, righteousness, propriety, loyalty, and trustworthiness, and it also corresponds to the ways of the heaven and earth. The jade showing pale-celadon color iridescent with moist milky appearance natural inclusion along the surfaces.Measurements: Jade Height 7-7/8" Width: 5-3/8" Weight: 413g Box Height:1" Width: 5-7/8"