Jade

Hand Carved Jade Pendants and Necklaces - Carved in New Zealand by Local Artists and Jade Carvers

This collection contains our wide selection of handcrafted New Zealand Jade Jewellery. Local artists carve all of our pendants and necklaces from the highest quality New Zealand jade.

Scroll down, and you can view the individual jade necklaces and pendants that we have available for sale. For every item, we provide a description of the materials used, and we describe and explain the significance of the design and its traditional meaning.

We have taken individual photographs and brief videos of each piece, and we provide detailed information on the physical dimensions of every pendant and necklace. We are proud to provide unique jewellery, handcrafted from rare and beautiful New Zealand jade.

Jade carving has a long tradition in New Zealand. Early Māori recognised the material as valuable for making tools, jewellery and for negotiating and striking agreements and establishing relationships among tribes to promote trade. Pounamu, as it is named in Māori, was a very early and valuable form of tender.

With the advent of the iron age, jade's use for making tools diminished and it became primarily valued for its rarity and beauty. This led to a stronger focus on carving jewellery and sculptural pieces in jade. Interestingly, early designs paid tribute to things important to Māori. A matau (or hook) design, a toki, or adze – both objects that were fundamental to a tribes survival, captured in valuable pounamu and worn in honour of these valuable tools.

Jewellery was also carved with spiritual meaning:

  • The Manaia, which is believed to be a rendition of a kind God, a pendant worn to establish a connection with ancestors
  • The Tiki – First Man, a symbol of loyalty and strength and believed to foster fertility
  • The Pikorua, or twist – a symbol of relationships and their enduring and strong foundations. Often gifted to recognise partnerships between individuals, but also given across tribal boundaries to establish connections for trade and to negotiate peace
  • The Wheku – the face of an ancestor. These were typically carved in wood and positioned at the gable of a meeting house. A symbol of honour to ancestral spirits. These are also carved in jade and worn as recognition of heritage and regard for one's ancestors.

If you are interested in understanding more about the various carving designs and the spiritual qualities of jade, you can find more information HERE.

Jade is not only a beautiful material, but it is also very tough. In New Zealand, it is formed in our South Island's alpine fault under immense heat and pressure. The molten rock folds, twists and mixes, changing crystalline structures and producing a greenstone of beauty and strength – New Zealand Pounamu. This means that jade jewellery is resilient and will last forever if cared for.

We provide all pieces on hand-plaited, highest quality polyester cord. This is a flexible and strong cord that will last a long time and can be replaced from time to time if necessary. We can make these cords adjustable, or provide then at a fixed length determined by you, with a loop and jade toggle fixture – your choice. Generally, we will supply the pendants with an adjustable cord so that you can position the piece to suit.

Somewhat unique to New Zealand jade is the variation in colour and structure of the stone found here. Minerals around the melting rock become included in the molten mass, and they change the colour and look of the jade as it cools and solidifies. This has produced some glorious variations in our local jade, making it visually unique and very Kiwi. The physical composition of New Zealand jade is the same as nephrite jade found in other parts of the world, but our jade, our pounamu is steeped with our history and certainly has captured and contains a piece of our land.

In New Zealand jade carvings have a spiritual significance that comes from the Māori tradition of handing significant pieces of jade art down through their families. They believe that jade absorbs and hold mana, or the spirit, of every person who has worn it. This gives specific pieces of jade historical and familial value – they become family heirlooms and are regarded as 'Taonga' or treasures. Because the spirits of ancestors are believed to be captured in the stone, these pieces are treated as family members - revered and respected. They form a significant part of the family history, and it is not unusual for the history of the family to be verbally passed on with the particular piece of jade.

This high regard for jade is not unique to New Zealand. Many other cultures also have profound spiritual respect for jade, and it can be found recorded in their histories – the Chinese have mined and worked jade for over 9,000 years and regard it as a symbol of wealth and status. They also, like Māori, believe that it can have a positive impact on physical and mental well-being.

An old Chinese proverb says "Gold has a price, Jade is priceless" – it is the unique quality of each piece of jade that stands it apart from other valuable gemstones. This is one of the qualities that is spectacularly evident in jade from New Zealand and which ensures that each piece of hand carved jewellery is individual and unique.

To read more about the different types of New Zealand Jade we use for our jewellery, we have more information for you HERE.

We guarantee the quality of our jewellery and will accept returns up to 30 days of your receipt if the piece you have selected isn't quite what you expected - see our returns policy HERE.

Please contact us with any questions - use LiveChat if we're online, or send us an email: info@nzpacific.com

We Offer Free Worldwide Shipping – although local import duties or taxes, if any, will be your responsibility to pay.

 

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  • Hand carved small New Zealand jade drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific from real jade.Hand carved small New Zealand jade drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific from real jade.
    NZ Pacific
    DULCET
    DULCET - jade drop earrings A whisper of translucent green, these delicate jade drops hold their secrets close. Carved to hover between opacity and light, they catch the eye with a soft, watercolour glow - hinting at depth without ever fully revealing it. Each...
    £67.00 GBP
    £67.00 GBP
  • Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
    NZ Pacific
    INNER FORCE
    INNER FORCE - A small niho style pendant. Evidence that small can be quietly impressive! This is a little tooth-shaped pendant, carved from a very fine piece of New Zealand pounamu. Check out our brief video and you will appreciate the design and the...
    £80.00 GBP
    £80.00 GBP
  • Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
    NZ Pacific
    LITTLE TREASURE
    LITTLE TREASURE - A beautifully carved niho pendant. LITTLE TREASURE has a lovely shape and form to it. There is a slight chip on one side and a similar detailing on the back. We have factored this into the price. Check out our brief...
    £62.00 GBP
    £62.00 GBP
  • Hand carved pounamu drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
    NZ Pacific
    DROPLET
    DROPLET - A gorgeous small drop pendant. This little pendant is a very small, beautifully shaped pendant carved from a sliver of New Zealand pounamu. A fabulous little companion - or perhaps your connection to Aotearoa! Check out our brief video and you will...
    £80.00 GBP
    £80.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    LANDS GRASP
    LANDS GRASP - medium-sized, niho pendant The tip of this Niho is semi-transluscent which lets a tiny sliver of light shine through. A lovely, charismatic pendant that is gentle and unassuming. Perfect if you are looking for something carved from rare stone with a great...
    £85.00 GBP
    £85.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    SOULS ADVENTURE
    SOULS ADVENTURE - drop pendant carved from pounamu Celebrate adventures with this chunky drop pendant, crafted from captivating New Zealand Pounamu. A lovely, charismatic pendant that is gentle and unassuming. Perfect if you are looking for something carved from rare stone, that carries a...
    £85.00 GBP
    £85.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    LAND ROVER
    LAND ROVER - A lovely, medium-sized, niho-style pendant. Hand crafted from New Zealand Pounamu. A sweet little pendant with quiet charm - simple but special. Hand-carved from rare stone, it’s got depth and meaning, just like the one who wears it. Check out the...
    £85.00 GBP
    £85.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable brown coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    SPINDLE
    SPINDLE - A contemporary, medium-sized, drop pendant. Hand crafted from New Zealand Pounamu. This pendant? Pure magic. Carved from rare stone, it’s got soul - subtle but powerful, like a whispered secret. If you want a piece that’s as meaningful as it is stunning,...
    £85.00 GBP
    £85.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable beige coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu niho drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable beige coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    LUMINOSITY
    LUMINOSITY - A light and beautiful, niho pendant. Hand crafted from New Zealand Pounamu. A wonderful, charismatic pendant that is gentle and unassuming. Perfect if you are looking for something carved from rare and beautiful stone. The niho shaped pendant is designed with the...
    £85.00 GBP
    £85.00 GBP
  • This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu triangle drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable beige coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Jade, pounamu triangle drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Ric Moor. It is bound with an adjustable beige coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    PYRAMID
    PYRAMID - A beautiful, contemporary, drop pendant. Hand crafted from New Zealand Pounamu. A wonderful, triangle shaped, Jade pendant. PYRAMID is sleek and edgy - a lovely, little piece of art to wear! PYRAMID is lovingly packaged in a woven kete pouch and provided...
    £110.00 GBP
    £110.00 GBP
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
    NZ Pacific
    RHEA
    RHEA - grey jade disc pendant... exquisite, hand made, art to wear! Crafted from rare, cloudy grey New Zealand jade sourced from the Nelson region, this medium-sized disc pendant is a study in understated elegance. The stone’s subtle, muted tones carry a quiet depth which...
    £414.00 GBP
    £414.00 GBP
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
    NZ Pacific
    LONG NIGHTS MOON
    LONG NIGHTS MOON - exquisite, hand made, art to wear! A large disc pendant carved in jade. Carved from rare, cloudy grey New Zealand jade - prized for its origin in the Nelson region - this large disc pendant is a striking example of...
    £611.00 GBP
    £611.00 GBP
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
    NZ Pacific
    FROSTY MOON
    FROSTY MOON - contemporary, art to wear! A cupped disc pendant. This cupped disc pendant, crafted from exquisite Nelson jade, features a subtly offset series of five notches along its lower curve - a deliberate, modern touch that plays with balance and form. The...
    £246.00 GBP
    £246.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    SOUL'S ENIGMA
    SOUL’S ENIGMA - Masterfully carved from rare, deep black nephrite jade, this pendant exemplifies precision and artistry in one of nature’s most demanding stones. Its polished surface reveals a lustrous depth, the semi-translucent quality of the jade transforms when held to light - emitting...
    £273.00 GBP
    £273.00 GBP
    Out Of Stock
    Out Of Stock
  • This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    SOUL'S CURRENT
    SOUL'S CURRENT - Crafted with fine detail, this lustrous deep black jade pendant combines artistry with elegance. SOUL'S CURRENT features a graceful circular form with smooth curves that culminate in a sweeping koru-style heart - and at the centre features a lovely little piece...
    £285.00 GBP
    £285.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Black Jade drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    SPIDERS WEB
    SPIDERS WEB - Crafted with fine detail, this lustrous deep black jade pendant combines artistry with elegance. SPIDERS WEB is intricate and imaginative. Madelyne has given the exterior of this piece a smooth, satin-matte finish, and the interior a webbed look... all culminating in a...
    £565.00 GBP
    £565.00 GBP
    Out Of Stock
    Out Of Stock
  • This is a hand carved Black Jade bird head pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Black Jade bird head pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    BIRDS EYE VIEW
    BIRDS EYE VIEW - contemporary black jade pendant A beautiful black jade birds head pendant (with flair) with New Zealand Jade eye. This little piece was born from a broken twist - rather than trow the damaged piece away, Nick refashioned it into this...
    £265.00 GBP
    £265.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Manuka Flower pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Manuka Flower pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    MANUKA
    MANUKA - Silver and jade flower pendant A Celebration of Aotearoa’s Beloved Bloom! Bursting with natural beauty and Kiwi charm, this sterling silver and jade mānuka flower pendant captures the essence of one of New Zealand’s most treasured trees. The delicate mānuka blossom, adored...
    £344.00 GBP
    £344.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    KŌKAKO
    KŌKAKO - bird design pendant in sterling silver and jade Crafted in fine detail, this is a gorgeous Kōkako, pendant! Hand made in Sterling Silver with British Columbian Jade insert. The Kōkako is now thought to be extinct. These birds had an orange wattle at the...
    £306.00 GBP
    £306.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    THE LANTERN
    THE LANTERN - Modern Art Deco pendant Step into a world of timeless elegance with this striking 'LANTERN' pendant, where sleek sterling silver meets the deep, earthy glow of pounamu (New Zealand jade). Inspired by the bold geometry and refined glamour of Art Deco, this...
    £265.00 GBP
    £265.00 GBP
  • These are hand carved Sterling Silver lantern earrings with New Zealand Jade insert.These are hand carved Sterling Silver lantern earrings with New Zealand Jade insert.
    NZ Pacific
    LANTERN EARRINGS
    LANTERN EARRINGS - in sterling silver and jade Crafted with fine detail, these are gorgeous earrings that have a matching pendant, which you can view HERE. Beautiful hand made in Sterling Silver with New Zealand Jade insert. LANTERN EARRINGS will be packaged in a woven...
    £278.00 GBP
    £278.00 GBP
  • Hand carved jade band ring with sterling silver.Hand carved jade band ring with sterling silver.
    NZ Pacific
    WINDOW TO YOUR SOUL
    WINDOW TO YOUR SOUL - Hand made band ring in Silver and Jade Behold a ring that is a wearable work of art by Madelyne Gourdin. At its heart lies a mesmerising fine piece of New Zealand pounamu (jade), its emerald-green depths as mysterious as...
    £306.00 GBP
    £306.00 GBP
  • Hand carved jade band ring with sterling silver.Hand carved jade band ring with sterling silver.
    NZ Pacific
    RING OF LEAVES
    RING OF LEAVES - hand made sterling silver ring, with New Zealand Jade. Encircle your finger with nature’s poetry - this exquisite sterling silver ring cradles a luminous pounamu (New Zealand jade) centrepiece within a finely cast wreath of leaves, evoking the timeless elegance of...
    £346.00 GBP
    £346.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    STRONGHOLD
    STRONGHOLD - a large and beautiful jade hair pin Hand carved by Kristal Thompson A wonderful single-tine pounamu (greenstone) hairpin is a simple yet elegant piece of traditional adornment. Its minimalist design emphasises the natural beauty of the pounamu, in this case a wonderful...
    £147.00 GBP
    £147.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    POUNAMU PIN
    POUNAMU PIN - a large jade hair pin Hand carved by Kristal Thompson A wonderful single-tine pounamu (greenstone) hairpin is a simple yet elegant piece of traditional adornment. Its minimalist design emphasises the natural beauty of the pounamu, in this case a wonderful soft pale...
    £147.00 GBP
    £147.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    HOLD FAST
    HOLD FAST – A Single-Tine Pounamu Hairpin Crafted by hand with care by Kristal Thompson, this striking pounamu (greenstone) hairpin is a beautiful, and functional, piece of traditional adornment. Its sleek, single-tine design highlights the natural elegance of the stone - a captivating blend...
    £147.00 GBP
    £147.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    HAIR ART
    HAIR ART - a large and jade hair pin A hand-carved greenstone hairpin by Kristal Thompson, designed for both function and meaning. The smooth, single-tine form showcases the natural striations of pounamu - deep greens blending with warm orange hues. Unadorned and deliberate, its simplicity...
    £154.00 GBP
    £154.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand Tangiwai jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand Tangiwai jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    TANGIWAI HAIR PIN
    TANGIWAI HAIR PIN - a large and beautiful hair pin, hand carved from rare tangiwai pounamu A slender, hand-carved pin of rare tangiwai pounamu, its blade-like taper honed for both grace and grip. The stone’s depths hold an intense, translucent green - cool as deep...
    £154.00 GBP
    £154.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand Tangiwai jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.Hand carved New Zealand Tangiwai jade hair pin. Unique art for you hair. Hand made by Kristal Thompson in New Zealand Pounamu.
    NZ Pacific
    POUNAMU HAIR PIN
    POUNAMU HAIR PIN - a large and beautiful hair pin, hand carved by Kristal Thompson A needle-fine carving of rare tangiwai, its elongated form balances precision with quiet strength. The pounamu’s translucent dark green gleams like river depths - dense, liquid, undisturbed by flaw or...
    £154.00 GBP
    £154.00 GBP
  • A hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant. The cord and binding is black coloured and is adjustable.A hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant. The cord and binding is black coloured and is adjustable.
    NZ Pacific
    ALWAYS WITH ME
    ALWAYS WITH ME - hand carved pounamu hairpin pendant This is a striking piece carved in a pale, mottled green piece of jade. It is a functioning hairpin that we have added an adjustable cord to so that it can be worn as a...
    £177.00 GBP
    £177.00 GBP

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