NZ Jade & Serpentinite

Beautiful Opaque Pounamu from the South Islands West Coast.

With a flowing disc style she has hidden holes to hold her elegance and is set on an extendable hand braided cord and is hand carved from New Zealand Neprite Jade.

This Collection is finished with a soft matte polish, these pieces are made to absorb the natural oils of your skin over time, creating a personal, lasting connection.

 Erstwildstone as our Guest Carver:

Elsie’s breathtaking jewellery, hand-carved from South Island stone, is the perfect complement to our own pieces. Her work reflects the same values we hold close: authentic, hand-carved treasures made from Aotearoa’s beautiful natural stone.

Be sure to keep watching for more of her work.

Findings/Features:  - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 4.5cm

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 Opaque Pounamu from the South Islands West Coast.

With a flowing disc style she has hidden holes to hold her elegance and is set on an extendable hand braided cord and is hand carved from New Zealand Neprite Jade.

This Collection is finished with a soft matte polish, these pieces are made to absorb the natural oils of your skin over time, creating a personal, lasting connection.

 Erstwildstone as our Guest Carver:

Elsie’s breathtaking jewellery, hand-carved from South Island stone, is the perfect complement to our own pieces. Her work reflects the same values we hold close: authentic, hand-carved treasures made from Aotearoa’s beautiful natural stone.

Be sure to keep watching for more of her work.

Findings/Features:  - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 5.5cm

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 Speckled Kokopu Pounamu from the South Islands West Coast.

With a flowing disc style she has hidden holes to hold her elegance and is set on an extendable hand braided cord and is hand carved from New Zealand Neprite Jade. Kokopu is Named for her Speckled look after the native Fish (Maori Trout)

This Collection is finished with a soft matte polish, these pieces are made to absorb the natural oils of your skin over time, creating a personal, lasting connection.

 Erstwildstone as our Guest Carver:

Elsie’s breathtaking jewellery, hand-carved from South Island stone, is the perfect complement to our own pieces. Her work reflects the same values we hold close: authentic, hand-carved treasures made from Aotearoa’s beautiful natural stone.

Be sure to keep watching for more of her work.

Findings/Features: 

 - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 4.5cm

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.

Uncover the Magic of Marsden Flower Jade

From the rugged beauty of New Zealand’s South Island's West Coast comes an extraordinary treasure — Marsden Pounamu, one of the rarest and most sought-after jades in the New Zealand today.

This pendant, carved in a graceful disc with intertwined koru , captures the essence of life’s continuous journey. Its surface reveals a breathtaking natural gradient  from sunset-kissed orange hues melting seamlessly into lush, verdant greens a true tribute to the land it came from.

 Finished in a soft matte polish, this pendant is designed to evolve with you. As it absorbs the natural oils of your skin, it deepens in character and color — creating a truly personal connection over time.

Guest Artist - Leanne Hart, this piece reflects a deep reverence for tradition. Leanne’s work with South Island Nephrite Jade brings a soulful, ancestral energy to each creation.

Findings/Features:  - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 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.

This stunning collection of Haast Nephrite captures the raw, untamed spirit of the South Island’s West Coast. Feathered rivers of green flow through a textured, speckled base.

Echoing the rugged landscapes and wild beauty of the place she was born - A true tribute to the whenua.

Crafted in our Disc style, it represents the circle of life and love — a symbol of continuity, connection, and timeless flow.

Findings/Features: 

• - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

• Size:

• - 7 cm x 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.

Uncover the Magic of Marsden Flower Jade

From the rugged beauty of New Zealand’s South Island's West Coast comes an extraordinary treasure — Marsden Pounamu, one of the rarest and most sought-after jades in the New Zealand today.

This pendant, carved in a graceful disc with intertwined koru , captures the essence of life’s continuous journey. Its surface reveals a breathtaking natural gradient  from sunset-kissed orange hues melting seamlessly into lush, verdant greens a true tribute to the land it came from.

 Finished in a soft matte polish, this pendant is designed to evolve with you. As it absorbs the natural oils of your skin, it deepens in character and color — creating a truly personal connection over time.

Guest Artist - Leanne Hart, this piece reflects a deep reverence for tradition. Leanne’s work with South Island Nephrite Jade brings a soulful, ancestral energy to each creation.

Findings/Features:  - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 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.

Uncover the Magic of deep south jade

From the rugged beauty of New Zealand’s South Westland comes an extraordinary treasure.

This pendant, carved in a graceful disc with intertwined koru , captures the essence of life’s continuous journey. Its surface reveals a breathtaking natural mix of kiwi fruit greens with black specks.

 Finished in a soft matte polish, this pendant is designed to evolve with you. As it absorbs the natural oils of your skin, it deepens in character and color — creating a truly personal connection over time.

Guest Artist - Leanne Hart, this piece reflects a deep reverence for tradition. Leanne’s work with South Island Nephrite Jade brings a soulful, ancestral energy to each creation.

Findings/Features:  - Hand-braided waxed polyester extendable cord.

Size: - 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.