3.17 Ct. Green Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

This listing presents a single, carved green jade, weighing 3.17 carats, with overall dimensions of 14.54 by 15.77 by 2.60 millimeters, and executed in a various shape that resembles a leaf. The material is opaque, exhibiting a vivid color intensity that ranges through mid to deep green tones, and the carving demonstrates refined line work and depth, with an excellent polish that enhances the stone surface and carved details. The piece bears no enhancements, and its reported origin is Burma Myanmar, a source historically associated with high quality jadeite. The carving cut has been executed to balance form and material, preserving thickness where needed to maintain structural integrity while achieving the aesthetic relief and silhouette. Measurements and weight are provided to assist in mounting and setting decisions, and the absence of treatment supports assessment for collectors and designers seeking naturally occurring color and surface character.

In terms of durability, Burmese jadeite typically registers between 6.5 and 7 on the Mohs scale, which positions it above many common jewelry materials such as fluorite and calcite, and on par with or slightly softer than quartz. This relative hardness affords good resistance to everyday abrasion and surface scratching, making the carved jade suitable for pendants, brooches, and earrings where direct impact is limited, and acceptable for rings with protective settings that minimize edge contact. Compared to softer gemstones that fall below 6 on the Mohs scale, this jade will maintain polish and carved detail more effectively under normal wear, but it remains less hard than corundum and diamond, so care to avoid hard impacts and rough handling is advisable. Routine cleaning with mild soap and water and gentle brushing is recommended, and avoidance of harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners will help preserve surface polish and carving detail. The Natural Gemstone Company provides this description to support informed selection, and measurements, weight, origin, and treatment status are supplied to facilitate authentication, setting design, and long term care considerations.