Small Pounamu Nephrite Jade Block Pendant – Simple Everyday Greenstone
Crafted from authentic New Zealand Pounamu (nephrite jade), this small rectangular block pendant is understated yet deeply meaningful. The side-drilled design offers a casual, comfortable fit, making it perfect for daily wear while keeping its cultural and spiritual resonance close to the heart.
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Science & Material Insight • Mineral: Nephrite jade – a calcium magnesium silicate (Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂) • Hardness: 6–6.5 on Mohs scale • Structure: Tough, interlocking fibrous crystals give nephrite exceptional durability, historically prized for tools, weapons, and adornment. • The green shades come from iron content, ranging from pale milky tones to deep forest green.
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Cultural & Spiritual Significance
In Māori culture, Pounamu is a taonga (treasure) and a protected material under New Zealand law. Traditionally worn as a talisman, it symbolises: • Strength & Endurance – reflecting the stone’s toughness • Connection to Whakapapa (ancestry) – passed down through generations, absorbing the mana (spiritual essence) of its wearer • Protection – believed to safeguard travellers and provide guidance during life’s journeys • Harmony & Balance – associated with grounding energy and emotional stability
The simplicity of this block pendant allows the natural stone to speak for itself, making it an ideal gift or personal keepsake.
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Details • Material: Genuine NZ Pounamu (nephrite jade) • Shape: Small rectangular block • Drill: Side-drilled for horizontal cording • Finish: Smoothly polished to reveal natural grain and colour variations • Cord: Waxed adjustable cord included (or customise to your preference) • Size: Varies slightly due to natural stone formation
