Top 3 Most Expensive Jade Jewelry Pieces of All Time

Let's explore the most luxurious jade jewelry ever sold to discover why some jade pieces cost millions, while others sell for far less. Also at the end of the video I'll talk about an exclusive pendant made of natural jade. The pendant has not yet been sold at auction. I advise you to watch to the end. And so let's go! Heavenly Harmony Jade Necklace Most jadeite bead necklaces are relatively short, consisting of less than 40 beads. But this necklace contains almost 70 beads, making it one of the longest high-quality jadeite necklaces in the world. In fact, it's so long that it can function as two matching necklaces or a double-strand necklace. Still, this piece's above-average length isn't the only appealing feature that draws in buyers. The Heavenly Harmony Jadeite Necklace has a ruby-encrusted clasp in the shape of a flower, making it both valuable and glamorous. No wonder it managed to $9.4 million when it sold at auction in 2019. Why It's Expensive This necklace is one of the costliest jade jewelry items due to its superior length and stunning gemstones. It contains about twice as many luxury quality jadeite beads as other top-notch options and features several rubies set in gold. Still, the length of a jade necklace isn't nearly as crucial as the quality of its beads. As such, a few pieces featuring more impressive jadeite have sold for more than this necklace. Jadeite Bead Jeweled Necklace This necklace contains 29 jadeite beads, each a stunning opaque green hue. The clasp is made of gold and embellished with multiple diamonds, adding a touch of luminousness to the luxury quality beads. The center of the clasp is particularly eye-catching as it features a pearl-like ruby gemstone. When this necklace went to auction in 2017, it sold for an incredible $12.3 million. Why It's Expensive This necklace's multi-million-dollar value stems from the quality of its jadeite beads, diamonds, and ruby clasp. However, there's also a decent amount of cultural significance at play as jade jewelry is thought to bring good luck in Chinese culture. But while this necklace is one of the priciest jade jewelry pieces of all time, it's not the most expensive ever sold. That honor goes to The Hutton Mdivani Necklace The most expensive jade jewelry is the Hutton Mdivani Necklace. This necklace is made of 27 jadeite beads of various sizes, arranged to ensure the largest bead sits at the precise center of the band. The clasp is made of rubies and diamonds, all set in platinum, 18-karat gold. These jewels and precious metals make the necklace exceptionally valuable and add a touch of undeniable elegance to the piece. Throughout the years, the Hutton Mdivani Necklace has enjoyed sales totaling millions. But when this piece was auctioned in 2014, it reached a new all-time high sales price of $27.4 million. Notably, this necklace set a new record for the most expensive Cartier necklace ever sold. It's also one of the priciest necklaces in the world. Why It's Expensive There are several reasons why this necklace is valued at more than $27 million. Firstly, it contains more than two dozen semi-translucent jadeite beads. These green pearl-like beads are some of the highest-quality jadeite stones ever discovered. But this necklace is also made by one of the planet's most reputable luxury jewelry brands, Cartier. This brand association adds a significant amount of value to the piece. The final piece of the puzzle regarding pricing is the necklace's ownership history. In addition to once belonging to walrus heiress Barabara Hutton, this necklace was once part of the personal collection of Princess Nina Mdivani of Georgia. Consequently, this jadeite bead necklace has belonged to some of the world's most affluent women, making it a historically significant item. These combined factors and qualities easily make this necklace well worth $27.4 million. As promised, I'll tell you about the exclusive pendant, frog. The frog seems to be trying to cling to a twig. The frog's eyes are made of carnelian and flawlessly polished. The pendant is made of selected jade. Such jade is very much appreciated in Chinese culture. Only high-class craftsmen can make such a pendant. You can buy a pendant. I will leave links in the description.