During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, buckles appeared as components of belts. Ring-shaped belt buckles consist of a buckle tongue, a button, and a ring. Their geometric patterns are generally composed of nipple-shaped studs or string patterns, with vivid animal motifs. Bronze belt buckles combined practicality and decoration; their vivid shapes and exquisite patterns reflect the cultural connotations and aesthetic tastes of the time.
As decorative components, buckles are frequently seen in historical artifacts, such as bronze belt buckles from the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, mother-and-child buckles from the Ming Dynasty, and gold bracelets from the tomb of a Sui Dynasty princess. Their shapes and patterns, such as animal figures and floral designs, embody rich cultural connotations and aesthetic tastes.
Hetian jade double buckles symbolize unity and close relationships, representing the close connection and interdependence between people. They can also represent the bonds of friendship, love, and family, and symbolize happiness, good fortune, and a bright future.
