Gold Vermeil Alaskan Jade Small Cross Pendant Necklace Jade was used to make

Jade was used to make weapons and tools and later

English and French contact the word “Wampum” was used for both the purple and white part of the shell in the form of tubular beads

Jade purportedly can protect you from evil

Handcrafted by silversmiths in the mountains of northern Thailand this jewelry represents a blend of traditional motifs with contemporary design

Care should therefore be taken not to keep the jewelry in direct contact with moist air

Gold Vermeil Alaskan Jade Small Cross Pendant Necklace Jade was used to makeMetal: 22K Gold Over Sterling Silver Material: Jade Length: 1 1 8" Width: 3 4" Genuine Jade (Nephrite) is a fascinating mineral and the state gem of Alaska. In prehistoric times, prized for its toughness, Jade was used to make weapons and tools and later, simple ornaments. Jade purportedly can protect you from evil, attract love and of course bring good luck. Now regarded as a symbol of energy and beauty, stimulating creativity and mental agility