5.03 Ct. Cabochon Jade from Burma (Myanmar)

This listing describes a beautiful, opaque green jade, weighing 5.03 carats, with an oval shape and exact dimensions of 13.88 by 9.96 by 3.95 millimeters, cut en cabochon for a smooth domed surface and an even face. The stone has been graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which indicates only minor internal features that do not detract from the overall appearance, and the color intensity is assessed as medium intense, presenting a pleasing, saturated green without appearing overly dark. The polish is excellent, producing a luxurious, satiny luster across the dome that enhances the stone surface and tactile quality, and importantly, there has been no enhancement detected, confirming that the piece is natural and untreated. The origin is Burma, also known as Myanmar, a source renowned among collectors and connoisseurs for producing high quality jade, and this provenance contributes to the gem prestige and market desirability.

For the educated buyer, several technical and market factors make this particular jade an attractive acquisition. The cabochon cut is traditional for jade, emphasizing color and texture over facets, and it is well suited to the opaque to semitranslucent body that characterizes many fine Burmese jades. A clarity grade of very slightly included at eye level implies that under normal visual inspection the inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt the stone surface or color flow, and this translates to a clean visual presentation in settings such as rings, pendants, and cuffs. Medium intense color intensity is often preferred by collectors who seek balance between vivid hue and wearable tone, and the even distribution of green across the oval footprint gives a harmonious appearance that reads as consistent from multiple viewing angles. The dimensions and depth, 13.88 by 9.96 by 3.95 millimeters, are ideal for a central stone in many classic designs, offering presence without excessive bulk, while the 5.03 carat weight reflects a substantial size that remains practical for everyday wear.

The absence of enhancements significantly affects both value and care considerations, untreated Burmese jade carries a premium because it preserves the original material character, without dye, impregnation, or thermal modification, and this authenticity is important to collectors and ethical buyers alike. Burmese provenance is historically associated with jadeite rather than nephrite, and while precise species identification is available through gemological testing, the locality note itself suggests a material prized for its texture, structural tightness, and potential for fine polish. The excellent polish on this cabochon maximizes light reflection and surface depth, making the green appear lively even in diffuse light, and the very slightly included clarity means the tactile glassy feel is uninterrupted by significant surface-reaching fractures. For those considering settings, a bezel or low-profile prong will protect the dome and showcase the uniform color, and the toughness of jade makes it suitable for rings and bracelets with everyday use, provided standard precautions are observed to avoid hard knocks.

For comparative context and complementary options, Opal type, White Opal, is among the other gemstones we offer at The Natural Gemstone Company, and white opal provides a very different aesthetic, with soft body tone and potential play of color that contrasts with the stable monochrome of green jade. White opal tends to show internal flashes and iridescence, which is an effect rather than a single hue, and collectors often pair it with jade to create contrast between the opal microstructure and the dense, solid color of jade. Care differences are important to note, jade is relatively robust and resists wear, while white opal is softer and more sensitive to sudden changes in temperature and to chemicals, so design choices should take material properties into account. At The Natural Gemstone Company we disclose origin, clarity, cut, treatment status, and exact measurements to support informed decisions, and we encourage buyers to request further gemological documentation if desired. If you would like additional high resolution images, lapidary details, or advice on setting this 5.03 carat Burmese green jade into a finished piece, please contact us and we will provide personalized guidance.