4.30 Ct. Cabochon White Opal from Burma (Myanmar)

From the moment this greenish blue jade first met light beneath the tropical canopy of Burma, or Myanmar as the stone’s home is often called, its journey began as an ancient chapter of the earth written in mineral and time. Weighing a graceful 4.30 carats, the piece measures 11.98 by 10.05 by 3.91 millimeters and wears an oval silhouette that feels both classic and intimate. This is a cabochon cut jade, its domed surface chosen to celebrate the stone’s opaque, smooth body and the depth of its medium color intensity. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is very slightly included, a mark of authenticity that carries the whisper of its geological history without distracting from its soft, ocean-kissed hue. There has been no enhancement to alter its appearance, so what you see is exactly what the earth and skilled hands produced. The polish is excellent, revealing a satin shimmer that catches the eye and invites touch, a surface worked carefully by experienced lapidaries who respect the jade’s natural structure and aim to present its most flattering form while preserving its story.

The stone’s origin in Myanmar gives it cultural resonance that deepens its meaning as a gift. Jade in Burmese and wider Southeast Asian traditions has long been treasured for protection, prosperity, and connection to ancestral lineages, and this small oval carries that legacy forward in a personal, wearable way. Imagine the raw boulder being pried from the soil, rinsed free of the river silt, then selected by an artisan who sees the potential of that greenish blue heart. The cutting and cabbing process is part sculpture, part conversation between artist and material, where each pass of the wheel reveals more of the stone’s inner calm. The very slight inclusions, visible only upon close inspection, are like fingerprints of the stone’s passage through time. They reassure the wearer that this is a natural, unenhanced jade, not a treated simulant, and that the color and texture are genuine. For those who cherish provenance, this jade comes with the clear provenance of Burmese origin, a detail that connects the wearer to a specific place and cultural lineage.

As a gift this jade becomes a tactile and emotional bridge between giver and recipient, an heirloom in miniature that is at once modern and timeless. Placed in a simple gold bezel, set into a bespoke ring, or combined with warm metals and minimalist settings, the stone’s greenish blue tone becomes a focal point that flatters every skin tone and a conversation starter that evokes distant mountains and monsoon-soaked valleys. To heighten the contrast and create a striking pairing, consider setting this piece alongside a White Opal, the opal type known for its soft, milky play that complements the jade’s serene color without overpowering it. At The Natural Gemstone Company we take pride in offering responsibly sourced, naturally finished stones like this jade, and we are happy to advise on designs that pair it with White Opal accents or other gemstones in your collection. Whether chosen for a milestone birthday, an anniversary, or a spontaneous declaration of affection, this Burmese jade is a thoughtful, distinctive gift that feels considered and rare, a small treasure that carries with it the landscape and hands that brought it to life.