12.25 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Jade Pair from Burma (Myanmar)

Jade has been treasured for millennia as a stone of sovereignty and spirit, a material that carries the weight of history in its color and texture. These marquise shaped green jades speak directly to that lineage, their opaque surfaces recalling carved amulets and ceremonial ornaments from ancient courts. When you hold a well matched pair such as this, you feel a continuity that bridges continents and centuries, a quiet luxury that does not need bright sparkle to command attention. The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present this pair as an invitation to own something both wearable and timeless, a pair of stones that will sit comfortably in a collection devoted to refined taste and enduring meaning.

The two stones are closely matched in weight and dimension, offering a harmonious balance for any paired design. The first jade weighs 6.19 carats and measures 22.25 x 9.10 x 4.53 mm, the second weighs 6.06 carats and measures 21.96 x 8.83 x 4.47 mm. Both are marquise in shape and fashioned as cabochons, a traditional style that emphasizes the depth and surface character of jade rather than faceted brilliance. Their appearance is opaque, with a medium intense green color that carries subtle variation and natural character across each surface. Clarity is assessed as very slightly included at eye level, a grading that affirms the stones are clean to the casual observer while retaining the organic inclusions that testify to their natural origin. The polish on each cabochon is excellent, lending a smooth, reflective sheen that enhances the green tones without artificially amplifying them. Importantly, these jades are natural and untreated, enhancement none, and their origin is Burma Myanmar, a region long esteemed for producing jades of historical and cultural significance.

Marquise cabochons have a distinctive silhouette that evokes both elegance and movement, a form that reads beautifully whether set vertically in a pendant or oriented horizontally as a pair of earrings. The elongated marquise shape complements classical designs and modern interpretations alike, and as cabochons these jades will present a continuous surface that plays with light in a subtle, sympathetic way. For a pair intended as earrings the symmetry and near equality in size and color makes them exceptional, they will hang with quiet dignity and offer an unmistakable nod to traditional craftsmanship. Set in gold and allowed to breathe with minimal metal framing, these cabochons will recall antique lockets and royal adornments, yet they will also suit contemporary bezel settings that honor the stone itself. Because they are cabochon cut, they invite tactile appreciation, a smoothness that invites the hand without sacrificing the visual poise expected of a refined gemstone.

Beyond aesthetics, these jades carry qualities that make them suitable for heirloom work, pieces intended to be passed along through generations. Burmese jade has long been associated with stability and endurance, and the physical resilience of jade mineralogy ensures that these cabochons will withstand daily wear far better than many softer gems. The clarity description of very slightly included indicates that at normal viewing distances the stones present a clean, serene appearance, while internal textures provide depth and character when observed closely. The medium intense color balances vibrancy with natural restraint, a tone that will harmonize with warm metals as well as with platinum for cooler presentations. The fact that these stones are untreated and come from Burma Myanmar enhances their provenance, a point that collectors and connoisseurs often prioritize when assessing value. At The Natural Gemstone Company we take particular care to source stones with clear histories and natural attributes, because integrity in origin and treatment is central to the long term satisfaction of our clients.

If you are considering these jades for a custom commission, they lend themselves beautifully to matched settings that emphasize continuity, such as a pair of classic stud earrings, a mirrored pair in a bracelet, or twin accents flanking a central motif in a locket or brooch. For someone seeking a single statement, they can be set as companion stones on a ring or used as pendants on a matched chain set, each option reinforcing the sense of heritage and deliberate craftsmanship. We recommend minimal bezel work to showcase the cabochon surface, and a gentle domed backing to protect the stones while allowing their color and polish to be admired. Our team at The Natural Gemstone Company is available to advise on mounting styles and to facilitate bespoke settings that honor the stones cultural and aesthetic lineage. These jades are more than decorative objects, they are embodiments of tradition and taste, suited to those who value legacy, story, and natural beauty in equal measure.