The traditional Eastern character of jade
This drop-shaped pendant is cut from natural jade, a stone valued and worn in Asian cultures for millennia. You receive a deep green, subtly shaded stone — the colour of jade can range from pale green to a deeper, more intense hue. Its polished surface offers a distinctive waxy lustre that sets the stone apart from other mineral pendants on the market today.
What is jade?
The name 'jade' can refer to two different minerals: nephrite and jadeite. Both are solid, resistant stones with fine fibrous structures. Their Mohs hardness is 6-7, counting as moderately hard stones. You receive a piece whose material has retained its value for millennia. Jade is a traditionally cherished noble material in Asian (Chinese, Korean, Japanese) cultures.
Drop shape — a timeless classic
The pendant has a rounded base and tapering upper section. A small metal bail at the top lets you thread it onto your favourite chain. The polished surface offers a distinctive, waxy shine — not sharp but reflecting a soft light. This light character makes jade particularly elegant and restrained in appearance over time and wear.
What to wear with it
The deep green of jade looks especially beautiful with white, cream, beige and pastel clothing. You can wear it in the office just as well as for a formal dinner, festive occasion or theatre evening. On a yellow-gold chain jade achieves a particularly classical effect evoking Asian tradition. On a silver chain it offers a cooler, more modern character.
Care and long service life
Jade is fairly durable yet deserves protection from hard impacts and chemicals. The safest cleaning uses lukewarm water and a soft cotton cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, harsh detergents and chlorine. To preserve the polished, waxy-shine surface, store it separately in a fabric pouch. With these attentive steps jade retains its beauty for many years, and can even be passed down through generations as an heirloom.