Nephrite Natural Apple from Malaysia

Collar Very long (200 cm) Natural Malayan Jadeite Apple Jade. Very rare. High quality. AAA. Closes hypoallergenic Collar material: Natural Malaysian Apple Jade Jadeite Natural, high quality, AAA, polished, round, NOT PAINTED AND NOT ENHANCED. Size: 6 mm ; Length: 200 cm. Hypoallergenic metal clasp, gold plated. Weight: 107 g Will be shipped in a gift box. Jade / nephrite is a mineral composed of fibrous, dense masses of actinolite-tremolite, belonging to the amphibole group. Main characteristics • Composition and structure: Calcium magnesium iron silicate with a microcrystalline interlaced structure that gives it enormous hardness and resistance to breakage. • Hardness: Between 6 and 6.5 on the Mohs scale. • Appearance: Ranges from vivid green to dark olive green, olive-black or translucent, with a vitreous or silky/greasy luster when polished. • Origin of the name: From Latin lapis nephriticus and Greek nephros (kidney), due to the ancient belief that it could cure kidney ailments. • Main deposits: Found in Canada, China, Malaysia, New Zealand, Russia, Australia and the United States. • Uses: Used in jewelry, ornamental objects, traditional carvings and amulets About delivery: Foreign shipments will be made by GLS or CORREOS for higher-value items, as agreed with the buyer. Customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.

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