New Zealand Greenstone

A stunning example of New Zealand pale Inanga Pounamu

styled into some thicker-cut earrings.

These stylish Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from a gorgeous Inanga, New Zealand Nephrite Jade famous for her pale tones. This variety has stunning swirls of chatoyancy.

Findings/Features:

• - Sterling silver Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 9.8cm 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.

These stunning earrings are crafted from exquisite deep forest teal-toned Marsden greenstone, a type of New Zealand Nephrite Jade found on the South Island's West Coast.

The jade exhibits a beautiful deeper green colour with captivating smokey hues adding to their allure.

The longer-style Pounamu earrings showcase the elegant and stylish craftsmanship, making them a unique and eye-catching accessory.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand-made Sterling Silver Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 7.5 x 0.6 cm

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.

These stunning earrings are crafted from exquisite deep forest teal-toned Marsden greenstone, a type of New Zealand Nephrite Jade found on the South Island's West Coast.

The jade exhibits a beautiful deeper green colour with captivating smokey hues adding to their allure.

The longer-style Pounamu earrings showcase the elegant and stylish craftsmanship, making them a unique and eye-catching accessory.

Findings/Features:

• - Hand made 14CT Rolled Gold Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 9.5 x 0.6 cm

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.

An amazing example of a deeper green New Zealand Jade with gorgeous yellow and orange tips.

These elegant and stylish longer-style Pounamu earrings are hand carved from stunning Marsden greenstone - A New Zealand Nephrite Jade from the South Islands West Coast.

With a beautiful tapered style and unique tone these are absolutely stunning.

Findings/Features:

• - Sterling silver handmade Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 11x 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.

An amazing example of a deeper green New Zealand Jade with gorgeous yellow and orange tips.

These elegant and stylish longer-style Pounamu earrings are hand carved from stunning Marsden greenstone - A New Zealand Nephrite Jade from the South Islands West Coast.

With a beautiful tapered style and unique tone these are absolutely stunning.

Findings/Features:

• - Sterling silver handmade Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 10x 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.

A stunning example of New Zealand pale Inanga Pounamu.

These stylish  Pounamu earrings are hand-carved from a glassy Inanga, New Zealand Nephrite Jade famous for her pale tones. 

Findings/Features:

• - Sterling silver Shorter-style hooks - 2.5cm

• - 10.5cm 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.