3.22 Ct. Green Cabochon Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

From the heart of Burma, Myanmar, where geological time and tectonic patience created the conditions for rare jade to form, this green jade began its long journey as crystalline whispers deep within the earth, compelled by pressure, heat, and mineral-rich waters. Miners guided by generations of local knowledge coaxed this rough material from riverbed seams and mountain veins, selecting a piece that showed promise in hue and density. Craftsmen then brought the stone into the light, studying its internal character to honor its natural opacity and layered structure, and choosing a cabochon cutting style that would celebrate the stone rather than obscure it. At The Natural Gemstone Company we value that lineage, and this 3.22 carat, round shape green jade carries with it the story of Burmese geology and human hands that respected its origins. No enhancement was applied, allowing the vivid color intensity and natural character to speak plainly of its source, and the result is a gem that feels both ancient and immediate.

In its final, polished form this 10.27 by 10.30 by 3.54 mm cabochon presents a deep, lively green, with an even, vivid color intensity and an excellent polish that creates a soft, reflective sheen across the dome. The opaque nature of the jade lends the surface a rich visual depth, and the cabochon cut enhances the stone for settings where emphasis on color and form is paramount. This piece is perfectly sized for a statement ring, a distinguished pendant, or a collector mounted for study and display, offering presence without overwhelming proportion. For the high end gemstone collection, it is the sort of acquisition that bridges natural history and refined taste, a tactile reminder of lands of origin, of miners and lapidaries, and of cultural traditions that have revered jade for centuries. When you add this Burmese jade to a curated selection, you are adding a gem with provenance, with no enhancement, with carefully considered dimensions and a finish that reflects the deliberate care taken at each step of its journey.