This striking Pounamu (Nephrite jade) pendant is a balance of natural elegance and timeless strength. The rectangular shape features a raw, live edge at the bottom, where the natural crack in the stone has been preserved — giving each piece its own character and story. Polished to reveal the rich, deep green tones, it catches the light with a subtle sparkle, highlighting the inner vitality of this treasured stone.
🔹 Cultural & Spiritual Significance
Pounamu, or greenstone, is sacred to the Māori people of New Zealand and has been revered for centuries. It is associated with strength, protection, and ancestral connection, often gifted to mark important life milestones. Wearing Pounamu is said to connect the wearer with the land and waterways of Aotearoa, grounding the spirit while inviting clarity and balance.
The live edge emphasises the stone’s natural origin, celebrating imperfection as part of its beauty — a reminder that nature’s artistry is never uniform.
🔹 Science & Natural History
Mineral Type: Nephrite Jade
Chemical Composition: Ca₂(Mg, Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ – a calcium magnesium iron silicate
Crystal System: Monoclinic, fibrous structure
Location: New Zealand, traditionally sourced from South Island rivers and the West Coast
Unique Qualities: The fibrous crystal structure gives nephrite jade its toughness and slight translucence; the sparkle you see is light reflecting from the fibrous inclusions within the stone.
Each pendant is unique, with variations in grain, color, and sparkle. These natural differences make every piece one-of-a-kind.
🔹 Care & Wear
Made to be worn and cherished daily
Avoid harsh chemicals or prolonged soaking in water to preserve the stone’s surface
Can be threaded on cords or chains for personal styling
📦 What You Receive
One handmade New Zealand Pounamu rectangle pendant
Live edge preserved, polished surface, subtle sparkle visible in light
