HOT ! Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Enhancer Pendant with natural Jade and Diamonds

This beautiful vintage pendant features an approximately 16.5 mm x 59 mm natural Jadeite bar, accented by 44 sparkling round-faceted natural Diamonds (approximately .42 ctw). This classy pendant measures approximately 40.5 mm x 16.7 mm, including the opening enhancer-style bale, which can accommodate up to a 5 mm chain, and allows the pendant to sit securely between Pearls or beads. The maker\'s or purity mark on the side of the bale is unreadable, and the metal has been independently tested as 14k Gold. This beautiful pendant weighs approximately 3.57 grams and is in excellent condition.

Jadeite, the rarer and more prized of the two Jade minerals, is renowned for its vibrant green hues, though it also occurs in a range of colors, including white, lavender, and black. With a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, it\'s a durable gemstone, particularly known for its exceptional toughness. Highly valued in many cultures, especially in China, jadeite is often carved into intricate jewelry and ornamental objects. \"Imperial jade,\" the finest variety, is a vivid emerald-green with a translucent quality. Its beauty and cultural significance have made Jadeite a cherished gemstone for centuries. Nephrite and Jadeite are both forms of \"Jade,\" but they are distinct minerals with different chemical compositions and physical properties. Jadeite is generally rarer, harder, and can exhibit a wider range of vibrant colors with a more glassy luster, while Nephrite is more common, slightly softer, with a waxy or greasy luster.

The Diamond, a true marvel of the mineral kingdom, is renowned for its exceptional brilliance, unparalleled hardness, and timeless beauty. Composed of pure carbon crystallized in an isometric system, its atomic structure grants it a remarkable Mohs hardness of 10, making it the most scratch-resistant natural substance on Earth. This inherent strength, combined with their high refractive index and dispersion, allows Diamonds to capture and scatter light with mesmerizing fire and scintillation, creating their iconic sparkle. Primarily sourced from ancient volcanic pipes called Kimberlites, Diamonds form deep within the Earth\'s mantle under immense pressure and heat before being brought to the surface. Beyond their widely recognized use in jewelry, where their resilience symbolizes enduring love and commitment, industrial-grade diamonds are vital for cutting, drilling, grinding, and polishing applications across numerous industries. Available in a spectrum of colors, from colorless to fancy yellows, pinks, blues, and more, each Diamond possesses a unique character, making it a highly coveted and scientifically fascinating gemstone.