Designed as a stylized rose with petals crafted from jade and silver, accented with diamonds, mounted in silver.
Ring size: O, 7.5, 56, 16

Jade consists of two minerals, nephrite and jadeite, which were only distinguished from one another at the beginning of the 19th century. Pure jadeite is white, deriving its colour from trace impurities. Although it can be found in various colours, the most popular and valuable are shades of green, such as dark green and emerald green. Nephrite, on the other hand, is found mainly in shades of green, the most famous known as spinach green. The stone has held special significance for the people of China since 3000 B.C., when it was referred to as 'YU" or royal gem. Till today, the Chinese believe that jade will shield them from harm.

When comparing prices of semi precious jewelry, the quality and cut of the stone and manufacturing of jewelry is important. This ring is competitively priced for this quality.

It is available for viewing in Saffronart's Mumbai gallery.

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