2.87 Ct. Green Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

This piece is an opaque green jade, weighing 2.87 carat, presented in a various shape carving, with finished dimensions of 15.40 by 10.79 by 3.04 millimeters, and an overall carving cut. The surface displays an excellent polish, and the clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a quality that preserves both character and visual appeal. Color intensity is medium, offering a balanced green that reads consistently under natural light, with subtle tonal variation that becomes more apparent at different viewing angles. There are no artificial enhancements, and the material is documented as originating from Burma Myanmar, a region with a long and well recorded history of producing fine jade specimens. The Natural Gemstone Company has cataloged this example for its combination of natural origin, artisan carving, and intact surface finish.

To understand this jade, it is useful to consider the deep time and tectonic forces responsible for its formation millions of years ago. In the geological environment that gave rise to Burmese jadeite, oceanic plates were progressively subducted beneath continental fragments, creating a high pressure, low temperature zone along the subduction interface. During these long episodes of tectonic stress, silica rich fluids moved through fractures and veins in altered ultramafic host rocks, delivering sodium and aluminum under conditions that favored the crystallization of the pyroxene mineral jadeite. Over time, these fluids precipitated fine grained interlocking crystals within narrow bodies of jadeitite, locking the mineral into dense, tough aggregates. Repeated cycles of burial and uplift, accompanied by fracturing and fluid flow, shaped the jade into discrete masses which were later exposed by erosion and uplift, allowing miners to recover material that had been stable for millions of years.

The internal structure and appearance of this carving reflect those ancient processes. The material is opaque, which is typical for many quality jades where light transmission is limited by the tightly intergrown crystal structure and by microscopic inclusions. The grade of very slightly included at eye level indicates small natural inclusions and subtle color zoning rather than any large fractures or treatments, a condition that contributes to the stone’s integrity and wearability. The medium color intensity arises from trace elements inherent in the source material, with iron and possibly chromium present at levels that produce a steady green hue without overwhelming depth. These trace elements combined with microscopic mineral intergrowths produce the gentle tonal shifts visible along the carved veins and edges, and they also account for the characteristic luster achieved when the surface is skillfully polished.

The carving itself is executed to emphasize both form and the stone’s natural color variations. Carved in a leaf motif, the piece measures 15.40 by 10.79 by 3.04 millimeters, a scale that reads elegantly when set as a ring or a small pendant. The artisan has used controlled relief and delicate incisions to suggest midrib and venation, creating a sense of depth while preserving the material’s continuity. Polishing has been applied to unify the surface and to yield an appealing sheen that is neither glassy nor matte, a balance that reveals the stone’s internal texture while enhancing its tactile qualities. When viewed on the hand, the carved leaf sits with modest profile and clear silhouette, allowing the medium green tones to play against the skin, and the very slight inclusions to contribute subtle character without detracting from overall visual harmony.

Provenance from Burma Myanmar is significant, as the regional geology and historical mining practices have produced some of the most recognizable jadeitites in the world. This example carries no enhancements, a point of clarity for collectors and makers who prioritize natural state material for long term use. As with all fine jades, routine care is recommended, including avoiding prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals and extreme heat, and cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soap and water when necessary. Given its carving cut and durable internal structure, the piece is suitable for continued wear, provided standard precautions are observed. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this carved green jade as a direct expression of geological time and craft, an object in which the processes of deep earth and careful human workmanship are clearly legible in weight, dimension, and finish.