16.91 Ct. Green Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

This finely carved green jade, weighing 16.91 carats, measures 31.00 x 21.58 x 3.98 mm, and is presented in a versatile various shape resembling a leaf, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical dimensions for a range of settings. The material is opaque, exhibiting a medium color intensity that reads as a rich, consistent green across the surface, and the piece has been hand finished to an excellent polish that enhances its tactile smoothness and visual depth. The cutting style is carving, which requires skilled lapidary work to render the leaf form while maximizing the usable face and maintaining structural integrity at a modest thickness, and this example shows clean, intentional lines with attractive relief. Importantly, the stone has no enhancement, a distinction that materially affects value for discerning buyers, because untreated jade from established sources retains its full natural provenance without the uncertainty or depreciation associated with dyeing, impregnation, or heating.

From a grading perspective, the principal factors an educated buyer assesses are color, texture or grain, translucency or opacity, surface condition, and any indication of treatment, and this specimen scores strongly in color uniformity and surface finish. The medium color intensity is desirable in markets that prize a saturated yet natural green, and the even distribution of color across 31.00 x 21.58 mm minimizes the need to search for the best face up orientation when setting. Clarity in jade differs from transparent gems, and here the stone presents an opaque body with a fine to medium texture, with no obvious surface reaching fractures or disruptive mottling that would compromise carving detail or durability. The excellent polish not only increases visual luster, it also signals competent finishing that preserves the stone against wear, and the absence of enhancement allows definitive comparison to other untreated Burmese pieces when making an informed purchase decision.

The origin of this jade, Burma Myanmar, contributes significantly to its market standing, because Burmese sources are historically and geologically associated with high quality jadeite, a material esteemed for its rich greens, toughness, and cultural importance across Asia and the global collector community. Provenance from Burma often commands a premium when combined with untreated condition and skilled lapidary work, and this premium reflects both limited supply and sustained demand among connoisseurs who prioritize natural, documented stones. For collectors and jewellers this leaf carving offers an uncommon combination, the weight and face size are generous for a carved motif of 16.91 carats, the untreated status preserves intrinsic value, and the Burmese origin situates the piece within a lineage of prized trade material. At The Natural Gemstone Company we emphasize transparent information, and we recommend independent gemological verification for buyers seeking formal certification, along with high resolution imagery and condition reports which we can provide on request, ensuring confidence when adding this attractive carved green jade to a collection or bespoke jewellery design.