Nephrite Jade Hoop Earrings

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A lovely vintage pair of green jade and 14 karat gold hoop earrings. Carved hoops are a covetable and easy jewelry staple and these are special ones, crafted of elongated, crescent-shaped pieces of vivid green jade. Jade is a mineral known for its excellent toughness (resistance to breakage) due to its structure composed of interlocking small crystals. This pair of earrings is fashioned from nephrite, a variety of jade. Nephrite is often known for being a softer, earthier shade of green, easily complementing most skin tones and hair colors. These earrings are secured by a 14k gold cap on either edge of the jade ring, linked by a hinged, slightly curved ear-wire that fastens when secured in a round catch.

More details:

20.3mm front to back, 10.6mm front to back (inside of hoop,) 33.8mm top to bottom, 3.5mm thick

Excellent condition

14k (tested)

5.4 grams

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