Bracelet with Jade, Malachite with Silver Settings, (16522A)

Description

As a very colorful durable material that can be easily formed into multiple shapes and is beautiful when carved or polished, jade is a popular gemstone for all types of jewelry. It is believed to bring good health and happiness and protection from evil, which although not scientifically verified, remains a strong belief among its admirers and those who wear it for its “lucky-charm energy,” especially in China.  Even Confucius weighed in on its powers using it as a metaphor for Heaven and Earth, virtue, kindness, wisdom, justice, civility, music, sincerity and truth.

With a dark vibrant green color, rich luster and transparency, malachite crystals are green gemstones often fashioned into small jewelry beads. It can be expensive due to its limited supply and being mined as clusters deep in underground caves that have to be removed and then processed. Malachite  positive powers it have been touted for millennia as a protective and spiritual crystal with beneficial properties such as enhancing healing;  awareness, clarity and bravery; soothing anxiety and bringing calmness, and easing menstrual pain. As with all gemstones, these views are not scientifically proven.

Although contemporary, this finely crafted bracelet has a vintage feel.  Each of the 10 hand carved natural jade pieces is surrounded by spiral sterling fittings set between 12 dark rich malachite spacers. Elegant, yet simple, this bracelet is a beautiful compliment to any casual or business outfit.