Guatamalan jade & garnet long boho gemstone necklace. Mid length. Pipa pendant.
Stunningly beautiful carved Guatamalan jade pendant stone.
This gorgeous natural blue/green Guatamalan jadeite pendant is carved in the shape of a pipa* instrument. The pendant is topped with an 8mm garnet round nestled in a bronze flower bead cap.
The necklace is a beautiful colour combination of blue/green faceted apatite cube beads, deep wine red garnets and white fresh water pearls. In the center are white bone hair pipe beads flanked by faceted garnet rondelles. Around the neck are 4mm firepolished glass beads. There is no clasp as the necklace easily fits over the head.
This piece is a midlength version at approx 26" long (excluding pendant drop) and very light weight. The pendant measures 1 7/8" long x 7/8" wide. Pendant drop is 2 5/8".
*Pipa pendant: A pipa is a Chinese pear shaped lute. In Chinese culture a jade pipa shaped pendant is considered an amulet or talisman worn to bring good fortune. Jade itself is considered a protective stone. This carving on this pendant is of a nine tailed fox beneath a moon and stars.
The jade pendants are initially shaped, carved and polished by machine to ensure precise dimensions and a consistent base finish. Finally skilled artisans refine with hand carving and hand polishing, adding that special touch that makes each piece unique.
You will receive the exact necklace in this listing. The long necklaces in this style have become my signature pieces - each one being different and much sought after. Only a few are made each season and are dependant on availability of the beautiful quality hand cut and polished stone pendants.
This piece can be layered with the jade and garnet single strand necklace (3rd and 4th images, separate purchase) at the following link: