21.20 Ct. Cabochon Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

This green jade began its story deep in the legendary deposits of Burma, where centuries of geological time and the patient work of nature produced the dense, waxy material that collectors and carvers revere. Born of high pressure and heat along ancient fault lines, this opaque specimen embodies the slow, quiet forces that shape the earth. Local miners and small teams working in remote valleys often find these stones embedded in river gravels and weathered host rock, and they learn to read the subtle clues that reveal a piece worth rescuing. When this particular rough was discovered, its even green tone and fine texture marked it as a candidate for a graceful cabochon, and the decision to leave it untreated preserved the stone in its authentic state. At The Natural Gemstone Company we value that unenhanced origin, because it tells a truer story, a story of place and process, one that begins in Myanmar and continues through generations of human hands.

The transformation from rough to the polished oval you see took careful vision and skill. The cutter measured and considered the material before each axe and each trim, preserving as much weight as possible while shaping the stone into a pleasing oval form. The finished gem weighs 21.20 carat and measures 18.18 by 13.19 by 10.29 millimeters, a substantial size for a cabochon that will display well in rings and pendants. The cabochon cut highlights the uniform, medium intense color intensity, allowing the gentle saturation of green to glow across the curved surface. The clarity grade reads as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and those small, natural mineral flecks add character rather than distraction. The polish achieved is excellent, a mirror like finish that reveals the stones depth and honeyed surfaces without any sign of enhancement, because this jade has been left wholly natural. Every facet of the cutting and finishing was chosen to honor the material, to show its strongest attributes while keeping its identity intact.

Beyond its physical qualities this green jade carries cultural and personal resonance that enhances its appeal. In Myanmar and across East Asia jade has been cherished as a symbol of virtue, protection, and longevity, used in ornaments, talismans, and heirlooms passed down through families. Wearing this 21.20 carat oval cabochon invites a connection to that living tradition, whether set in a modern bespoke piece or a classic mount that lets the stone stand at the center of attention. The stones generous dimensions and excellent polish ensure it will catch light and the eye while remaining quietly elegant, suitable for daily wear or ceremonial use. As custodians of fine natural material, The Natural Gemstone Company offers this jade with a commitment to provenance and honesty, a gem that speaks plainly of its Burmese origin and its untouched state. If you seek a meaningful center stone that joins geological history, human craftsmanship, and cultural story, this green jade presents itself as a thoughtful choice, ready to become part of your own story and to be treasured for years to come.