Jade Frog 595a21a28425b69a40a0b26e3869a811 it is strung on silk

it is strung on silk with a knot between each bead and closes with a large sterling silver lobster clasp

They survived long after many other large mammals in that time period by changing their diet

and gets its name from the Greek word ‘barys’

occasionally a stone will exhibit bright green flashes

The Neolithic (Neo=new

Jade Frog 595a21a28425b69a40a0b26e3869a811 it is strung on silkThe name Jade is shared by two distinctly different minerals: Nephrite, a calcium magnesium silicate and Jadeite, a sodium aluminum silicate. These are metamorphic minerals with vibrant green colors caused by the presence of chromium. Jade has been utilized by man since the beginning of civilization in Asia, Central and South America. Metaphysically, It is believed that Jade strengthens the body during life, and protects one after death.