Nephrit-Jade Ring / Cabochon / new- 7.46 g - (1)

Ring Nephrite - Jade / Cabochon / new

Set in 925 sterling silver

Weight: 7.46 g

18.2 mm x 18.0 mm

New and unworn

Ring size:

U 62
UK T 1/2
US 9.9
Fr 22
Inner diameter: 19.7 mm

Nephrite is a solid-solution between the minerals tremolite and actinolite. It is not recognized by the International Mineralogical Association (IMA) as a separate mineral.

When nephrite occurs as a mass of interwoven microcrystalline fibers, it is called jade. This material, also known as nephrite jade, is processed into desirable jewelry stones and crafts, but chemically it differs significantly from jadeite jade. The colors of nephrite are caused by chromium and iron and range from gray-green through dark green to almost black; the color can also shift to reddish-brown.

The name nephrite comes from the Greek nephros and means kidney. An old folk belief attributes healing and strengthening properties to the stone, especially for kidneys, urinary tract, and bladder. Esoteric practitioners also believe in its efficacy as a healing stone for eyesight, creativity, etc., as well as a protective stone, though these claims are not scientifically proven.

Stone axes made of nephrite were sought after in Neolithic Europe and, because of their rarity, valuable tools.

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