{"product_id":"14-kt-yellow-gold-vintage-jade-ring-circa-1950-1960","title":"14 Kt. Yellow Gold Vintage Jade Ring — Circa 1950–1960 - Item 1626","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful piece of mid-century jewelry, this \u003cstrong\u003evintage jade ring\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the unmistakable glow of green jade with an elegant \u003cstrong\u003e14 kt. yellow gold setting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dating to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1950–1960\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ring features a smooth, highly polished oval jade cabochon surrounded by graceful vintage-inspired gold detailing.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18 mm long by 13 mm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ring has enough presence to make a statement while maintaining the refined proportions associated with jewelry of the period. The rich green stone contrasts beautifully against the warmth of the high-polished yellow gold, creating a timeless look that works just as beautifully today as it did more than half a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat Does “Jade” Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJade is actually a name used for two different natural gemstones: jadeite and nephrite.\u003c\/strong\u003e Although they can look very similar, they are different minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJadeite\u003c\/strong\u003e is the rarer of the two and can occur in beautiful shades of green as well as lavender, white, yellow, orange, red and even black. The most prized vivid emerald-green jadeite is traditionally referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eImperial Jade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNephrite\u003c\/strong\u003e is another natural form of jade and has been treasured for thousands of years. It is known for its exceptional toughness and often displays softer, creamier greens, although its color can range from nearly white to very dark green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou may occasionally see the word \u003cstrong\u003e“jadite”\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the correct mineralogical spelling is \u003cstrong\u003ejadeite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhere Does Jade Come From?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eJade has been valued by cultures around the world for thousands of years. It has particularly deep historical importance in \u003cstrong\u003eChina\u003c\/strong\u003e, where jade became associated with beauty, virtue, prosperity, protection and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural jade deposits are found in several parts of the world. Historically significant sources include \u003cstrong\u003eMyanmar (Burma)\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly for fine jadeite, along with regions of \u003cstrong\u003eChina, Central Asia, Russia, Canada, Guatemala and New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e. Myanmar has long been one of the world's most important sources of gem-quality jadeite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBecause this is a \u003cstrong\u003evintage piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ring also carries something new jewelry simply cannot reproduce—the character and history of a jewel that has already lived through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 kt. Yellow Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Polished Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Jade*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval Cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e18 mm × 13 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 1950–1960\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind vintage styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA striking combination of golden warmth, lush green color and true mid-century character—this is the kind of vintage ring that looks collected, not mass-produced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ShopWithTiffanyLive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48909629292630,"sku":null,"price":389.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9718\/3574\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep22_2026_01_23_18PM.png?v=1790097973","url":"https:\/\/www.shopwithtiffanylive.com\/products\/14-kt-yellow-gold-vintage-jade-ring-circa-1950-1960","provider":"ShopWithTiffanyLive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}