January 2025

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous two tone swirls of whites and greens.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made Stereling Silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 6cm x 0.5cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens and slimline cut.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

- Hand-made 14ct rolled gold findings

Size:

• - 6cm x 0.4cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens and slimline cut.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-madeSterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 4cm x 0.4cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens and slimline cut.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-madeSterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 4.5cm x 0.9cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous glassy green tones.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

 - Hand-made 14ct Rolled gold findings 2.5cm

Size:

- 3.5cm x 0.6cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous golden colours.

These elegent Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from Marsden Flower Jade - New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful traditional deep green and orange tones. 

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made Sterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 5.3cm x 0.5cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous golden colours.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from Marsden Flower Jade - New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful traditional deep green and orange tones.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made Sterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 6cm x 0.4cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens and slimline cut.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-madeSterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 7cm x 0.7cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens and slimline cut.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-madeSterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 6cm x 0.6cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful Pounamu earrings with gorgeous vibrant mottled greens.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that glow in the light.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-madeSterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 6.5cm x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made sterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 2cm x 1.2cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made 14ct rolled gold findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 1cm x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made 14ct rolled gold findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 1cm x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made 14ct rolled gold findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 1cm x 1cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made 14ct rolled gold findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 2cm x 1cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made sterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 2cm x 1.2cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The most Beautiful everyday sized Pounamu earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with a beautiful traditional vibrant green tone that light up in the sun.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made sterling silver findings 2.5cm

• Size:

• - 1.5cm x 1.5cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic Gold plated sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 1.5 x 1.5cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic Gold plated sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 3 x 1.2cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 2.7 x 0.7cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 1 x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 2.6 x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 1.3 x 0.8cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 1.3 x 2cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 2.2 x 1.5cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wa i Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 3 x 0.7cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.

The cutest wee Pounamu earrings/hoops/sleepers.

These gorgeous smaller-style Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from New Zealand Nephrite Jade with beautiful translucent green tones.

Findings/Features:

- Hyperallogenic sterling silver hoops 12mm

Size:

- 2.5 x 1.2cm

About Nephrite Jade

• Possibly the most distinctive variety of pounamu, nephrite jade used to be more commonly known as greenstone. Although it appears all over the world, in New Zealand nephrite can only be found on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu (South Island) – the island that carries its name. Considered a taonga (treasure) nephrite is highly valued for the luminous green hue that carries in it the colour of the forests and rivers where it lives. The appearance and colour of nephrite can vary widely between smooth and uniform, or complex and multi-faceted with highlights of black, white, yellow and gold.

• Nephrite jade possesses revitalizing energy and has been used by cultures all over the world to speed healing and bring balance to body and mind.