Vintage Jadeite Belt/Pendant Buckle with Carved Buddhas and Blossoming Tree

Vintage Jadeite Belt Buckle/Pendant with Carved Buddhas and Blossoming Tree-
I am guessing this is a belt buckle but can't confirm. It could also be worn on a chain. Jade has been valued by the Chinese culture for generations. Jade belts were worn by noblemen and officials. Jade is a symbol of power and prestige. The earliest use of belt buckles dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as the Chinese, Greeks, and Romans. These early buckles were simple in design, often made from bronze or iron, and used primarily to secure tunics and robes. The designs were minimal but functional, reflecting the utilitarian needs of the time.
-Jadeite
-Measures 2 3/8 " in diameter and 1/4 " thick
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