This is a lovely bracelet that was hand-carved in Hong Kong. It was purchased from a jewelry shop on one of the main strands. It is carved from Chinese Green Jade. The band that it is on, is hand-made and hand-knotted from silk threads. At the end of the knotted pieces are 2 green jade beads. Turtles signify long life in the Chinese Culture….rub a turtle’s bottom and it will increase your life span!