If you say the name Kong Xiangxi, you may not know. But if you talk about his wife Song Yiling, you may have a familiar feeling, and then mention the three sisters of the Song family, you will already understand. After all, the fame of Song Qingling and Song Meiling is like thunder, and it is still remembered. After Kong Xiangxi married Song Xialing, he naturally became a brother-in-law between Sun Yat-sen and Chiang Kai-shek.
In fact, Kong Xiangxi is not a simple figure, during the Republic of China period, he successively served as the minister of industry, the minister of finance, the chief executive, the president of the central bank and the president of the Bank of China of the Kuomintang government, which can be said to be a financial power. In such a context, Song Xialing, who has strong financial resources, naturally has the advantages and resources to get top jewelry.
Song Xialing's love for jewelry is not only as an ornament, but more as a collection, with a unique vision, she bought a large number of jadeite jewelry, these valuable jewelry accompanied her through important moments in her life, and eventually moved to the United States with her.
It seems that the rise and fall of the family is an inevitable trend, in Kong Xiangxi and his wife a hundred years later, this batch of precious jewelry was sent to auction, in 2015 a Christie's auction there are more than 40 pieces of Kong Xiangxi's jewelry, half of which are top old pit jadeite, but also let us see the beauty of jadeite jewelry in the Republic of China period.
Gemstone cut-face emerald ring
In fact, the jadeite of the gemstone cutting surface is not only in modern times, as early as the Republic of China period, this gem-cut jadeite ring from the Kong Xiangxi family is the best proof, there are diamonds on the ring arm, the style is very retro but also very classic and attractive.
The unique style of this jadeite ring became the hottest lot, and it ended up being more than 28 times higher than the estimate, and it was sold for HK$18,040,000. This is not only the value of jadeite but also the background of the Kong Xiangxi family, after all, the historical value is a factor that makes jewelry more collectible.
Curved peace card ring
Like a very round jadeite wrench, it is only a quarter of the area, so it becomes a unique style of peace card ring. Such a rich and transparent green color is very rare even now, not to mention the advanced fashion of this ring, and finally this jadeite medal ring was sold for a high price of HK$13,240,000.
Emerald medallion ring
This pair of rings is flawless and has the same classic style as the one above, but this one is more refined. It is also because of the unique design sense that the ring is 32 times higher than the estimated price, and finally sold for a high price of HK$10,240,000.
Saddle to ring
Pretty and colorful carving has always been a model for Chinese in jade carving, and this pair of saddle rings also brings the beauty of the material to the fullest. From the front, the saddle surface is full of green, this color is very bright, there is a feeling of emerald color, the saddle ring was auctioned off for HK$3,880,000.
Emerald double ring earrings
This pair of earrings is completely devoid of the style of the Republic of China and is almost identical to the current design. Therefore, it can only be described as ahead of its design sense, and the combination of diamonds is just right, and this careful design will inevitably shine in time. The pair of earrings also lived up to expectations and sold for HK$2,680,000.
Oval egg-faced emerald earrings
Although the emerald green egg comes from China, it is inlaid by Cartier design, and sure enough, the design of the big names can stand the scrutiny and stand the test of time. A century later, it is still a classic, and it still continues a similar design, the perfect combination of diamonds and jadeite has raised the fashion sense of jadeite jewelry, and the pair of earrings sold for HK$2,080,000.
Emerald gourd pendant
Red and green are typically Chinese, and Cartier's designers are very accurate about Chinese preferences. This emerald gourd pendant is set in white gold with rubies and diamonds. The auspicious meaning of the three-dimensional gourd circle brings together Chinese culture, and the jade pendant was finally sold for HK$1,720,000.
Emerald pod earrings
The slender figure of the emerald pod is very suitable as an earring, and the effect of pulling up can very much modify the shape of the face. This jade pod earring is very classic in both the jadeite collocation and the embellishment of diamonds, the pods, also known as "Lucky Beans", are themselves the meaning of many blessings, so the popular theme as earrings has attracted everyone to compete for auction, and finally the pair of earrings sold for HK$812,500.
Due to the limited space, the jadeite jewelry that can be listed is just this. It is worth noting that this batch of lots is only part of the Kong Xiangxi family's collection, and many jewelry pieces are still a mystery. Most of these jadeite jewelry were inlaid from Cartier, and only such a top aristocrat could enjoy a haute couture service.
After the changes of the years, the family may decline, the power may change, the money may disappear... Only jewelry is even more valuable with the effect of celebrities, exuding eternal charm in the long river of time!
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