Description
This gold pendant features an oval nephrite jade cabochon in a deep green color with dark, natural veining. Nephrite is one of the two minerals that fall under the name jade, alongside jadeite. Nephrite belongs to the amphibole group and is the most common form of jade, having been mined and worked for thousands of years in China, New Zealand, and Canada. In Chinese culture, nephrite is known as "the stone of heaven" and has been used for over 7000 years in jewelry, figurines, and ritual objects.
The stone has a rich, dark green color with characteristic light and dark veining that accentuates the natural character of the stone. The oval cabochon cut stone has a smooth, polished surface that showcases the deep luster of nephrite. The stone is set in a sleek gold bezel surrounded by a decorative, ribbed edge — a distinctive design reminiscent of jewelry from the 1960s and 1970s.
The combination of the dark green nephrite with warm yellow gold gives the pendant a rich and timeless appearance. The pendant is made of 14 karat yellow gold (585/1000).
