Traditional Guatemalan Jade & Carnelian Teardrop Necklace in Gold Vermeil
Traditional Guatemalan Jade & Carnelian Teardrop Necklace in Gold Vermeil
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Teardrop beads of Traditional Guatemalan jadeite and deep orange carnelian alternate along this hand-strung necklace — the mottled dark green of the jade against the warm, translucent glow of the carnelian, each teardrop suspended from gold vermeil spacer beads and finished with a gold vermeil clasp.
Traditional jade is the classic color expression of Guatemalan jadeite — Type A, untreated, with the mottled dark green that has defined Guatemalan jade for millennia. The teardrop cut elongates each bead and gives the strand a gentle, organic movement. Carnelian's deep orange provides a chromatic counterpoint that is both ancient and immediate — two stones with long histories, worn together as one.
- Stones: Traditional Guatemalan jadeite & carnelian
- Cut: Teardrop beads, hand-strung
- Findings: Gold vermeil spacer beads & clasp
- Jade origin: Guatemala (Type A — untreated)
- Finish: Natural, uncoated stone surfaces
Classic jade, classic form — worn with the confidence of knowing exactly what you have.
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What is Type A jade?
TypeA jade is natural, untreated stone — no bleaching, no polymer filling, no dye.It's the collector standard and the only grade we carry at JADEscape.Provenance documentation is available on request.
What is the difference between jadeite and nephrite?
Both are true jade, but different minerals.Jadeite is rarer, harder, and found in vivid colors including ImperialGreen.Nephrite is tougher with a silky texture, ranging from creamy white to deep forest green.We carry both.
What is Imperial Green jade?
ImperialGreen is the most prized color grade in jadeite — a vivid, evenly saturated green produced by trace chromium in the stone's crystal structure.TrueImperialGreen is highly translucent,with a depth of color that seems to glow from within.AtJADEscape, when we carry ImperialGreen material, it is always TypeA — natural and untreated.
How do I care for my jade piece?
Clean with a soft damp cloth and mild soap.Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, harsh chemicals, and prolonged sun exposure.Store separately to prevent scratching.With proper care,Type A jade lasts generations.
Do you provide certificates of authenticity?
At JADEscape, we source directly from the mines and the carvers themselves — our provenance comes from the relationship, not a certificate.The jade certification industry is largely unregulated and most commonly used by resellers.We can tell you exactly where a piece came from, who carved it, and what makes it genuine — because we were there.