Jadeite & Nephrite

Jadeite & Nephrite

Two expressions of jade. A reflection on colour, material and the pieces we choose to wear.

On Jade Reading Jadeite & Nephrite 2 minutes

Jade is a familiar name. Within it, distinct materials.

Jadeite and nephrite. Each with its own character.

Jadeite

Known in Chinese as 翡翠, jadeite extends beyond green. White and lavender offer other expressions of the material.

In our Ice Jadeite Diamond Studs, a restrained setting leaves the stone in focus.

The Fine Sculpted Oval Ring brings natural ice jadeite and natural diamonds into a fluid form. Translucency gives the centre its depth.

Nephrite

和田玉. White or green, nephrite brings a different character to the collection.

The Line White Nephrite Jade Bar Bracelet reduces the composition to a pale stone and a fine gold vermeil chain.

Our Line Oval Green Nephrite Jade Stud Earrings frame green Hetian jade — 碧玉 — within a simple oval.

White, green and lavender

Colour changes the expression of a piece.

The Flow Mini Jade Stud Earrings offer white nephrite or green jadeite, held within the same sculptural setting.

Lavender introduces a softer register. In the purple jadeite option of our Facet Heart Ring, colour meets a flowing contour.

Worn today

A stone at the wrist. A small oval beside the face.

Jade finds its place in the everyday through proportion, colour and the way it is worn.

Explore jade bracelets and jade earrings.

Material reference: GIA, Jade Description.

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