Big Sur “Black” Jade Bead – $225-BeadBS29

Premium Big Sur “Black” Jade Bead on Custom Silk Cord

Highly sought after and rarely found premium quality Big Sur Jade. Most of the “Black Jade” in Big Sur is black when cut real thin. A lot of black nephrites around the world are really a very dark green and this can be seen when cut thin. The Big Sur “Black” is like a really dark charcoal gray that looks like a dark cloudy sky. The first photo was purposely slightly over exposed to show this effect. In normal light, it looks black unless you inspect very closely. I love this character in the Big Sur “Black”. It is the only black nephrite I have seen like this but I’m sure this is something similar out there. Big Sur “Black Jade” is difficult to find in large enough pieces to work or found black enough to be considered black jade. Most is found too gray or the black is within other pieces of green jade. The Toggle is made from black Wyoming nephrite jade. This bead is made with a slightly elevated but rounded center and slightly tapered to the ends. The ends are large enough to appreciate the nice polished counter tapered hole.

Making the Bead:

It has taken me about 3 years to master this process. It is not simple or easy to duplicate. About 20 different tools will touch each high quality bead I make. It takes 4 to 6 hours to make each bead after years of experimentation improving my process.

The Cord:

My cords are custom made for these high end beads. They vary in style from braided silk/nylon/polyester to twisted silk. Cords come with either a woven/braided loop to accept the toggle to a hand wrapped loop to accept the toggle. Colors can vary and special cords can be created upon request. The length of the cord is sometimes pre-set but is usually custom set to the buyer length request.

Uniqueness:

There are very few people in the world making beads like these and I am proud to bring these to the public. They are unique, special and combined with the custom cording will set them apart from anything available.

Big Sur “Black” Jade Bead w/Custom Silk Cord Specifications:

Big Sur “Black” Jade Bead Details:

Weight: Approximately 13.4 grams
Length: 1.3″
Width: 0.6”
Hole Diamter: 3 mm

Custom Silk Cord Details:

Twisted Black Silk
Integrated woven loop
Length up to 22″
Toggle approximately 1.25″ length

Big Sur Jade Bead w/Custom Silk Cord Pricing:

Jadedivers Item#: BeadBS29

Jadedivers Item Price: $225

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