A PINK AND GREEN TOURMALINE ‘MELON AND LINGZHI FUNGUS’ PENDANT CHINA, QING DYNASTY Naturalistically carved out of a single piece of pink and green tourmaline, both a desirable stone and desirable colors, with a depiction of two melons combined with one longevity fungus (lingzhi). H: 3,5 cm Weight: 31 grams Notes: 1. Lingzhi (灵芝) is the sacred fungus of immortality that grows on the trunks or roots of trees including the pine. 2. Compare with a two-colour tourmaline 'badger' pendant sold at SOTHEBY'S New York, 2020-09-23, lot 677, estimate USD 8,000-12,000. 碧玺石“瓜和灵芝”吊坠 中国，清代 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence ofsuch a reference does not imply that an item is freefrom defects or restoration, nor does a referenceto particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.