Guatemalan Jadeite Ring-19.25mm #1
$200.00
Jade rings can be made in many ways. Some simple, some elegant and unique. I meticulously handcraft all rings with a goal in mind depending on various ideas the stone may motivate. I typically use the natural beauty of the stone properties for strength (direction of grain) and colors within and rind variations.
This ring is made from Olmec blue jadeite from Guatemala. The shape is very unique with heavy taper on one side and slight taper on the other side. Inside is matt finish and outside is high polish. Very nice yellow/orange contrast with partial unpolished outside stone on the colored edge. Super unique ring.
Specifications
Ring Specifications: Size 9 1/4
- Inside Diameter: 19.25mm
- Bottom Width: 5.88mm
- Top Width: 24.57mm
Material History
Olmec blue jade history:
Scholars searched for half a century to find the prized blue jadeite of the Olmecs and Mayan’s. It was re-discovered in 2002 after the local hurricane devastated the local forests and people which exposed the jadeite veins in 1998. This jadeite material rivals the best from Myanmar, formerly Burma. The Olmecs of the pre-Columbian era considered this jade more valuable than gold. It is believed that the Olmecs believed that the blue jade is most prized and the kings and their families were always buried with it for acceptance into the next life.
About
Proud to say one of my specialties at Jadedivers.com is making one of kind custom beads found almost no where in the world. Most of my beads are going to have cone tapered ends that are deburred and polished. My photos are taken to show the natural colors without photo enhancements. I believe this will best represent the colors and promote repeat customers. Yes, I also make rings!