GAIA · Leaf 12 · Willow Green
GAIA · Leaf 12 · Willow Green — Nephrite Jade & 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Natural nephrite jade · Untreated · Made in China
Cut from natural stone, no two pieces are alike: colour and grain vary from piece to piece, and your piece will differ slightly from the photographs.
In stock — ships in 2–3 business days.
Complimentary US shipping on orders of $200 or more
Willow green in a single light shade, like a new leaf: a 12 mm bead of nephrite jade under a leaf of 18K yellow gold, its surface brushed to a fine grain. From the leaf's tip the bead hangs full and round, steadying the small flutter of gold above it. Untreated nephrite jade, beads 12 mm.
Specifications
- Material
- Natural nephrite jade
- Colour
- Willow Green
- Origin
- Made in China
- Treatment
- Untreated
- Dimensions
- Beads 12 mm
- Weight
- approx. 6.4 g · 32.0 ct
- Metal
- 18K yellow gold leaf and posts
- Serial
- Assigned on dispatch
Our quality commitment
- Natural nephrite jade as the principal stone — never dyed, never bleached
- No resin impregnation or chemical treatment of the nephrite
- Nephrite left in its natural color and texture
- The nephrite's treatment stated on every piece; a serial number on every piece
Care & wearing
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing. Store apart from harder stones (diamond, sapphire, quartz) that can scratch the polish, and away from perfume and hairspray.
Shipping & 7-day returns
Complimentary US shipping on orders of $200 or more. All pieces are in stock and ship in 2–3 business days. All parcels ship insured.
Returns accepted within 7 days of delivery on unworn pieces with the security tag intact. Bespoke (Atelier), one-of-a-kind and engraved pieces are final sale.
Size & fit
Dimensions and weight are listed in the specifications.
FAQ
Nephrite or jadeite? Both are jade, and both are exceptionally tough. Nephrite is the tougher of the two, with a softer, quieter luster; jadeite is harder and glassier. Natural nephrite jade is the principal stone in every JIE JIANG piece; where a piece also carries jadeite, its product page says so. The species is written on the tag, and for high-value pieces a GIA identification report is available on request.
Does it change with wear? Physically, a little: nephrite is very tough but not scratch-proof, so years of daily wear can leave fine surface marks. It does not fade or change colour.
Water and sweat? Fine for hand-washing and rain. Take it off for pools, hot tubs and sport: chlorine and sweat wear on silk thread and metal findings rather than on the stone. Dry it before storing.