Pounamu & Rose Gold Toki Earrings

Pounamu (Nephrite Jade) Set on Rose Gold Sleepers measuring 10mm inner diameter and 12mm outer diameter. The Pounamu Toki measures 21mm.  

Nephrite Jade (a form of Pounamu) is a calcium-magnesium silicate that varies from translucent to opaque and comes in many variants of colour. It is formed by the intensive heat and pressure some 10km deep within the earth under the South Al[ps of NZ. Nephrite Jade, also known as Pounamu or Greenstone, was forced to the surface by the movement of Pacific and Australian Tectonic plates over many millions of years.

Jade is known as the stone of "Good Luck and Love". While only average on the hardness scale, Nephrite has an amazing toughness allowing intricate carving that retains great strength.

The Toki represents Strength, Determination and Authority.

Artist Comment - The pounamu is the most amazing colouring in the light, making it perfect for earrings. If you would like to see a video of her colours don’t hesitate to contact me, as her true beauty can only be shown in the light.