The faceted nephrite discs are 1mm thick and have a diameter of 2mm.
The total length of the nephrite jade strand is about 40cm; ideally suited for a bracelet and a pair of matching earrings, for example.
Nephrite is used in stone healing to shield against external pressure and negative energies and to strengthen inner balance.
Mineralogically, Nephrite is an actionolite with many small crystals intertwined. The olive green color is caused by iron and chromium, in trade the mineral is also called Maorijade Nefrit, Nephritjade or New Zealand Jade.