New Jade 5x15mm Chip - 8-Inch Strands R1330 The opening on the bail

The opening on the bail is about 4mm so it will accommodate a variety of stringing materials

slight variations in color

South Africa in areas where gold was found

Blue Apatite

New Jade 5x15mm Chip - 8-Inch Strands R1330 The opening on the bailJade is the industry name for this beautiful green stone. Ours is actually a Serpentine, but takes a trained eye and a microscope to discern the difference between this material and the Jade it is named after. It is extremely tough and resistant to fracture and has been used to make choppers and blades since Neolithic times. It has been said that it brings strength and longevity to the wearer. It protects against failure and misfortune.