{"product_id":"blue-guatemalan-jade-carved-bloodstone-stretch-bracelet","title":"Blue Guatemalan Jade \u0026 Carved Bloodstone Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAncient Stone, Ancient Craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo stones with deep histories, brought together on a single strand. \u003cstrong\u003eNatural blue Guatemalan jadeite\u003c\/strong\u003e — the sacred stone of the ancient Maya, found only in the mountains of Central America — forms the body of this bracelet. At its center, a single \u003cstrong\u003ecarved bloodstone bead\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the focal point: a stone revered since antiquity for its dramatic color and the skill required to shape it. This is a bracelet built around a single remarkable object.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Stones\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuatemalan Jadeite — Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue jadeite from Guatemala is among the rarest color expressions of an already rare stone. The blue-grey to blue-green hues — sometimes called \"Olmec Blue\" in reference to the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations that prized this stone above gold — come from specific mineral inclusions within the jadeite matrix. Dense, vitreous, and deeply colored, with the characteristic glassy luster that distinguishes jadeite from all other stones. Natural and untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloodstone — Carved Bead (Focal)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloodstone — a dark green chalcedony flecked with vivid red jasper inclusions — has been carved and worn since ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, where it was believed to carry protective and healing properties. The carved form of this bead adds a layer of craft and intention to the bracelet: shaped by hand, it carries texture and dimension that a round bead cannot. The deep green of the bloodstone echoes the cool tones of the Guatemalan jade, while the red flecks introduce warmth and visual complexity. Natural and untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on \u003cstrong\u003e0.7mm premium stretch cord\u003c\/strong\u003e for a comfortable, slip-on fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Guatemalan jadeite round beads with a single \u003cstrong\u003ecarved bloodstone focal bead\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo clasp required — designed for effortless daily wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted; one-of-a-kind piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWearing It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carved bloodstone bead is the eye of this bracelet — the detail that rewards a second look. Against the smooth, glassy blue jade beads, its carved surface and complex coloring create a focal point that is subtle enough for everyday wear and distinctive enough to be noticed. It pairs naturally with silver and oxidized metals, and sits beautifully alongside other jade or carved stone pieces. A bracelet for those who appreciate craft as much as color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove before swimming, bathing, or heavy exercise to preserve the stretch cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe clean with a soft, dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat or loosely coiled — avoid hanging, which can stress the cord over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural stones may have minor surface variations; these are not flaws — they are proof of origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"JADEscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47255794483337,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6549\/2617\/files\/IMG_0259.jpg?v=1783902872","url":"https:\/\/jadescape.shop\/products\/blue-guatemalan-jade-carved-bloodstone-stretch-bracelet","provider":"JADEscape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}