Guatemalan Jadeite KiteGuatemalan Jadeite, a rare and finely grained 'Fei Cui' jade that rivals Burmese jade in color and translucency. "Jade" is a term that referred to two different mineral classifications; jadeite and nephrite. Nephrite being the more common type found around the globe, jadeite is quite rare, much more fine grained and takes a high lustrous polish. The Guatemalan jadeite deposits were lost in history for approximately 500 years and were only discovered

high-domed freeform or classic shapes (oval

complete with subtle veining and earthy inclusions that lend exceptional character and dimension

Found in a steep canyon

this rare silicate material is known for its beautiful lavender colors and shimmery chatoyance

vivid green palette that blasts from intense

Mining tools and artifacts found there date back over 3000 years

soft earthy veining

Formed in ancient volcanic hot spring areas

eye motifs

The lavender hue comes from the mineral strontium

grounding energy to any piece of jewelry

Blue Mountain and Willow Creek) and it's known for its 'egg like' orbital patterning