Hand-Carved Jade Pendant Necklace: Elegant Natural Gemstone Jewelry

Jade Carving Pendant
* Pendant size:  2 " x 1 1/4"
* Custom Carving British Columbia  Jade 1 3/4" x 1 1/4"
* High Fired Pottery Accent Bead  1/2" x 3/8"
* 1.5mm nylon black cording with slide beads that adjusts up to 30"

Hand-carving a unique shape in jade is truly a labor of love. I start by carefully selecting a piece of jade, admiring its natural hues and internal structure. With precision tools in hand, I slowly and methodically shape the stone, mindful of its nature. Each cut and polish reveals more of its inherent beauty, transforming it into a one-of-a-kind piece. It's a meticulous process that demands patience and skill, but the end result—a piece that captures the essence of nature’s marvels—is worth every moment. 

British Columbia's jade is highly esteemed not only for its stunning aesthetic appeal but also for its profound cultural and historical significance. This exquisite gemstone, found in the world's largest deposit of nephrite jade, has been revered for thousands of years, particularly in Chinese culture where it is often referred to as "The Stone of Heaven." In 1969, British Columbia recognized the importance of this natural treasure by naming it the Provincial Gemstone. The jade is discovered in hard rock deposits and as alluvial boulders shaped by glacial movements, offering a connection to the earth’s ancient past. Its vibrant shades, from translucent white to deep greens and occasional blacks, make each piece unique and a true symbol of natural beauty and heritage.