The Chinese Dragon is a mythical creature in East Asian culture visualized these days as a long, scaled, snake-like creature. Historically the symbol of the Emperor of China, the Chinese dragon, starting with the Yuan Dynasty, was forbidden as a symbol for regular citizens to associate themselves with. Today, The Chinese Dragon is seen as a potent symbol of auspicious power in Chinese folklore and art. Cast in 14k gold and set with genuine Ruby eyes, this piece is then oxidized to bring out the wonderful detailing.