{"title":"Chinese Thumb\/Archer Rings","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelections From Our Collection Of Antique Chinese Thumb Or Archer Rings - Ancient To 19th Century.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"agate-thumb-ring","title":"Agate Thumb Ring","description":"Antique Chinese Carved Striped - Banded Agate Thumb Or Archers Ring. Approximately 3\/4\" High x 1\" Diameter. Finely Carved With Sharp details And A Soft Polish And Silky Patina. 19th Century.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8264577744947,"sku":"AG15","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/AG15a1.png?v=1738460156"},{"product_id":"han-jade-thumb-ring","title":"Jade Thumb Archer Ring Han Dynasty Fish And Scrolls","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarved Jade Pale Celadon And Black Thumb Or Archer's Ring. Finely Engraved Designs Of Fish And Symbols. Flatten Top. Fine Soft Polish And Patina Throughout. Pale Yellow And Black Material. Approximately 1 1\/2\" x 7\/8\" x 1 1\/2\". Han Dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Archer or Thumb Rig dates back to 4000 BC, the Chinese hunters, soldiers and sportsman wore a ring around their thumb so that the finger would be safe when pulling back the string of the bow. The Archer ring was a common gift to others and symbolizes power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFish are known for wealth and abundance, harmony and connubial bliss. Also, it is the symbol of regeneration and freedom. The fish is a most beloved and preferred symbol in Chinese culture especially in art. Fish in general are a symbol of harmonious marriage and blessings of many children or great abundance in one’s life.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis Early well carved Thumb Ring is large and unusual. Rounded ring with a flat top. The body of the ring is carved with scroll and cloud design. The top with a fish, scroll and various designs. Pale yellow and black material with encrustation. Fine soft patina. Approximately 1 1\/2\" x 7\/8\" x 1 1\/2\". Han (206 BC–220 AD). (JJ710)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8320889880627,"sku":"JJ710","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/JJ710a.png?v=1739394806"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring","description":"Carved Jade Thumb Or Archers Ring. Scroll - Key Design All Over The Ring. Semi-Transparent Material. 18th Century Or Earlier. Deep Honey Color. Finely Carved With Sharp Detail And A Soft Silky Patina. Approximately 1 1\/8\" High x 1 1\/4\" Diameter.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12411500691507,"sku":"7326","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/7326d1.png?v=1739823260"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring-1","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring Ming","description":"Antique Chinese Carved Jade Thumb Or Archers Ring. Carved Flower Design. Ming Dynasty. White, Black, And Brown Coloration. Approximately 1 1\/4\" Wide x 1 1\/8\" High.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12416966492211,"sku":"12055","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/12055a.png?v=1739756030"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring-ming","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring Ming","description":"Chinese Carved Jade Thumb Or Archer's Ring. Ming - 17th Century. Fine Soft Polish And Patina. Green And Black Material. Approximately 1 1\/4\" Wide x 7\/8\" High.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12416971112499,"sku":"12061","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/12061a1.png?v=1739729086"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring-calligraphy","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring Calligraphy","description":"Chinese Carved Jade Thumb Or Archers Ring With Calligraphy\/Seal. Remnants Of Old Ink In The Calligraphy.  Approximately 1 3\/8\" Wide x 1 1\/4\" High. 18th Century Or Earlier.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12416977666099,"sku":"12063","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/12063a.png?v=1739729535"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring-ming-1","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring Ming Or Earlier","description":"Antique Chinese Carved Jade Thumb Or Archers Ring. Green And Black With Pimple Design. Approximately 1\" High x 1 1\/4\" Diameter. Finely Carved With Sharp Detail And A Soft Silky Polish And Patina. Ming Dynasty Or Earlier.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12416987693107,"sku":"12065","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/12065a.png?v=1739751352"},{"product_id":"jade-thumb-archer-ring-18th-century","title":"Jade Thumb\/Archer Ring 18th Century","description":"Carved Jade Thumb Or Archers Ring. Pale Yellow\/Celadon Color. 18th Century. Approximately 1\" High x 1 3\/16\" Diameter.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12416999620659,"sku":"12099","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/12099a.png?v=1739751697"},{"product_id":"peking-glass-imperial-green-thumb-archer-ring","title":"Peking Glass Imperial Green Thumb\/Archer Ring Qing","description":"Peking Glass Thumb Or Archer's Ring. Fabulous Fine Imperial Green Color. Crafted To Resemble Or Simulate Or Imitate Fine Jadeite. At First Glance This Appears To Be Jadeite. Translucent Material. Approximately 25mm High x 30mm Diameter. 19th Century.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12420527063091,"sku":"DG2345","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/DG2345a1.png?v=1738611398"},{"product_id":"peking-glass-imperial-green-thumb-archer-ring-1","title":"Peking Glass Imperial Green Thumb\/Archer Ring Ching","description":"Rare Antique Chinese Peking Glass Thumb Or Archer's Ring. Fabulous Fine Imperial Green Color. Crafted To Resemble Fine Jadeite. At First Glance This Appears To Be Jadeite. Translucent Material. Approximately 25mm High x 31mm Diameter. Ching Dynasty.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12420544266291,"sku":"DG2468","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/DG2468d1.png?v=1738611886"},{"product_id":"thumb-archer-ring-ming-dynasty","title":"Thumb\/Archer Ring Ming Dynasty","description":"Carved Chinese Jade Thumb Or Archer's Ring. Tan And Brown Coloration. Fine Silky Soft Polish And Soft Patina. Ming Dynasty. Approximately 7\/8\" High x 1 3\/16\" Diameter.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12427525685299,"sku":"JJ712","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/JJ712a.png?v=1739395211"},{"product_id":"apple-green-jade-thumb-archer-ring","title":"Apple Green Jadeite Thumb\/Archer Ring","description":"Chinese Carved Apple Green Jadeite Thumb\/Archer Ring. Veins Of Imperial\/Emerald Green Colors. Approximately 1 1\/4\" Wide x 1\" High x 3\/4\" Inside Diameter. Fine Soft Polish And Patina. Type \"A\" Material. Circa 1900.","brand":"Hartman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12724232585267,"sku":"G3452","price":12500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/G3452a.png?v=1739463619"},{"product_id":"jade-she-chicken-heart-pendant-chinese-ming","title":"JADE “SHE” - “Chicken-Heart Pendant” Chinese MING","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Chinese Carved Jade Archaistic Chicken-Heart Shape Pendant. Han Style. Carved On The Edges Are Kylins, The Interior With Scrolling Designs. Cream Color With Brown Inclusions. Finely Carved With Exquisite Details And A Soft Polish And Patina.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eMing Dynasty Or Earlier. Approximately 3 1\/4\" High x 2 1\/4\" Wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient prototype: The form ultimately derives from the she (\u003cspan\u003e韘\u003c\/span\u003e), an archery thumb guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “chicken heart” terminology: The name refers to the characteristic heart-like central opening\/form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMing revival: Ming carvers frequently revived Han and earlier forms as part of the period's taste for archaistic objects.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decoration can include chi dragons, phoenixes, clouds, and scrolling designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm: The characteristic shape is a flattened, shield\/heart-like pendant with a pointed or tapered upper end and a prominent central perforation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hartman Galleries, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56126537629769,"sku":"32221","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/files\/32221a.png?v=1789817664"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0007\/9213\/3683\/collections\/DG2345a1.jpg?v=1533015928","url":"https:\/\/hartmangalleries.com\/collections\/chinese-thumb-archer-rings.oembed?page=2","provider":"Hartman Galleries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}