Items Similar to Guatemalan Blue Jade Gold Necklace
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11
Guatemalan Blue Jade Gold Necklace
About the Item
The length of the necklace is 22 inches (56 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 20mm.
The beads showcase a stunning shade of blue, each exhibiting subtle variations in tone, some lighter or darker than others. They feature delicate snowy patterns characteristic of the well-known "Princesa" jade. This particular hue is called "Princesa Blue" in Guatemalan Jadeite. It's important to note that the color is entirely authentic and natural, having undergone no thermal or mechanical treatments.
Guatemalan jade’s physical appearance is granular, with a greasy luster. Its hardness is about seven on the Mohs scale. The refractive index is 1.65-1.67, and the specific gravity is 3.20-3.34.
The necklace is fastened with a very comfortable and beautiful gold plate toggle clasp.
This necklace alternates beads of blue jade with 3 mm 14K gold beads.
The weight of the necklace is 342 grams (12 oz).
It is a necklace absolutely unique. "You have to see it to believe it." Much more gorgeous in reality!
This is a perfect gift for yourself or someone special!
A little history:
Guatemalan jade is a rare gem material that comes in many different colors. Blue jade is a rare color.
This jade was prevalent in the ancient Mesoamerican culture; however, its sources were lost for five centuries. The sources for Guatemalan jade were lost for the past five centuries because the Spanish conquistadores did not value jade. Reports from early Spanish explorers document the special status of a gemstone unknown to them, one that would later be called jade.
At the beginning of the Spanish conquest, the Maya people kept the location of their jade mines a secret to protect them from the invaders. Over time, the location of the ancient mines and quarries became forgotten and lost. It was rediscovered less than 50 years ago.
The story of Guatemalan jade rediscovery spans over a century. It involved many American scientists enamored with the jade. Among them were Zelia Nutall, William Niven, Robert Leslie, William Foshag, and Tom and Joyce Barbour.
Carved jades have been found in archaeological sites in Mexico and Central America since the early 1900s. However, no jade specimens were found on-site until much later.
In the 1940s, American geologist William Foshag spent several years in Mexico and Guatemala. He studied the ancient jades and local geology. Foshag wrote that Robert Leslie had discovered jade in 1952 in the Motagua River Valley.
Foshag’s research categorized the Guatemalan jade as jadeite. He found it to be similar to jade found in Burma. This was the beginning of the rediscovery of the Maya jade mining sources.
An American expatriate couple, Jay and Mary Lou Ridinger, searched for the jade and found their first outcrop on a tributary of the Motagua River in 1974. They sent samples to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and other labs. All confirmed their finds as jade. They found lavender jade in 1998. In 2004, they found small amounts of translucent emerald green jade, which they call Maya Imperial Jade.
- Creator:Noblesse Oblige Studio
- Metal:
- Stone:
- Stone Cut:
- Weight:342 g
- Dimensions:Length: 22 in (558.8 mm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:2023
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Chesterland, OH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3746221358042
Noblesse Oblige Studio
Noblesse Oblige specializes in fine jewelry and vintage art. We combine rare semi-precious stones, corals, and pearls with gold and silver to make unique, one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry. We abide by the classics in jewelry, but the search for new ideas in jewelry design is ongoing, as well as a careful selection of stones is continually being made and carried out.
The manufacture of jewelry made from natural stones has its own subtleties associated primarily with the selection of gems. The gems in the products should be ideally matched in terms of shade, cut quality, and size. In all our jewelry items, we strive to emphasize the natural beauty of the stone, using gold and silver only as a light accent, as an organic addition to the magical internal appeal of the gem. We offer the best collection of vintage beads. Turquoise, corals, garnets, amethysts, lapis lazuli, jades, and other unique gems acquire a variety of shapes and shapes and are impeccable in their radiance and brilliance. We specialize in rare vintage clasps and simply classic antique jewelry.
Each Noblesse Oblige Studio jewelry is hand-made with love. We use solely natural materials. Every piece of our jewelry reflects a unique time and place in the collective consciousness of mankind.
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 2018
1stDibs seller since 2023
28 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Chesterland, OH
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Vintage Jade Necklace With Gold ClaspLocated in Chesterland, OHThe jade beads on this necklace are undyed, untreated natural creamy honey tan jades of excellent quality. The jade beads are old. Each bead is cut and polished by hand. Presumably, the jade beads belong to the period of the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912). The tiny beads between the jade are solid 14K gold. The necklace is fastened with a vintage 14K gold clasp...Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, Gold, 14k Gold
- Nephrite Jade Necklace with Jade ClaspLocated in Chesterland, OHThis beautiful, elegant, timeless necklace is made of high-quality natural Russian Siberian nephrite. The nephrite beads are top quality, uniform deep green, and they're sumptuous in...Category
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
- Canadian Nephrite Jade NecklaceLocated in Chesterland, OHUnusual and rare nephrite from Ogden Mountain in British Columbia. The length of the necklace is 20 inches (50.8 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 20mm. The beads' color is...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
- Vintage Red Jade NecklaceLocated in Chesterland, OHFrom an estate collection. Extremely Rare! Natural red jade beads are very rare and hard to come by. The jade beads on this necklace are undyed natural...Category
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold
- Vintage Jade Pearl NecklaceLocated in Chesterland, OHIntroducing a classic necklace made of exquisite natural freshwater white pearls and premium quality natural green nephrite. The length of the necklace is 30 inches (76 cm). The siz...Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
- Green Jade Necklace, Eastern Pamir NephriteLocated in Chesterland, OHThis Green Nephrite is from the Eastern Pamir. Unique and very rare nephrite! The necklace is 19 inches (48 cm) long, and the beads' sizes vary from 15 mm to 23 mm. Nephrite beads...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold, Bronze
You May Also Like
- Jade 14k Gold Beaded NecklaceLocated in Scottsdale, AZAdd a beautiful jade beaded necklace to your jewelry collection! You will be in awe of the beauty of the vibrant green beads. This feature a fully beaded chain with a gold and jade pendant in the center. Pair this beautiful necklace with a Prada blouse, a Bottega Veneta handbag, and some Gucci...Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold
- Jade NecklaceLocated in Scottsdale, AZJade bead necklace purchased in mid/late 20th century. Weighs 370.55g in total weight and has 45 beads, beads are Large in scale and knotted in between each bead 16 inches long. Perf...Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade
- Peach Jade & Blue Lace Agate Gemstone NecklaceLocated in McKinney, TX10mm smooth & polished Peach Jade gemstones with extra large high quality 22mm faceted Blue Lace Agate focal gemstone flanked by crystal rhinestones and gol...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsAgate, Jade
- Single-Strand 14K Gold Jade Beaded NecklaceLocated in Rotterdam, NLA vintage jade single-strand beaded necklace set with a gold ribbed ball clasp. The jade beads of this necklace are round-shaped and beautifully mottled with different hues of dark g...Category
Mid-20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, Gold, 14k Gold
- Jade Necklace Translucent Greenish-Blue Certified Untreated, New, 25"Located in Southbury, CTThis jadeite jade necklace is new and unworn. The beads are as translucent as glass, and with a color that is most unique -a greenish-blue that almost seems metallic in nature, excep...Category
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 14k Gold
- 10k Gold and Jade Beaded NecklaceLocated in Scottsdale, AZThis necklace will be your next go-to piece of jewelry in your accessory collection! You will be reaching for this necklace everyday whether it be getting ready for a date-night or a special event. This is really a super unique find! This necklace is a perfect size and design to take from day to night with a change of an outfit. This beautiful necklace has a delicate design and some highly coveted details like jade beads with smaller gold beads throughout and the ornate vintage closure. Adding the right jewelry can take an outfit from zero to hero! This necklace is in excellent vintage condition, with minimal tarnishing. The 10k gold composition of this necklace will last you a lifetime and make for a great investment. These necklace will look great with a sleek Yves Saint Laurent black dress, some Chanel heels...Category
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsJade, 10k Gold
