Certified Chinese small antique grey jade tiger, Western Zhou (1122 B.C. -771B.C.). Length: 4.5 in. = 11 cm; Weight: 8 oz. = 230 g. The archaic evidences of differential weathering, diffusive markings and cleaving veins are obvious. Authenticity report: Genuine, - analyzed and appraised by Frank Aon from Orenda Lab, Santa FE, NM. Fair Market value: $30,000. Replacement value: $90,000. Provenance: from private collection in Florida, USA; purchased in 1980s -1990's. References: Frank Aon, M. Sci., is a renowned antiquities forensic scientist of Orenda Lab, Investigation and Analysis of Artifacts and Antiquities of Santa Fe, NM. He has 37 years of experience in evaluating Chinese and American jades, bronzes, and other antiquities. Orenda lab is the only one in USA, which developed ancient tools and has a database of ancient tools signatures and aging samples of the jades, corresponding to different Chinese dynasties. Frank Aon has a highest record in selling of jade items on the US auctions with his appraisal. http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/10346988. Elite Decorative Arts Auction, Boynton Beach, Fl, Dec 10, 2011, Lot 100, Rare Eastern Han dynasty Solid Nephrite Jade Bear was sold for $7,050,000 US!
Low Estimate: 30000;
High Estimate: 90000;
Original: Yes