Ríonan

Triquetra and jadeite necklace.

The pendant measures 2.5 x 2.5 cm.

The steel chain measures 43 cm. The lobster clasp can be fastened at any point along the chain, allowing you to adjust the length to your preference.

If you require a longer chain, simply include a note with your order, and I will gladly lengthen it for you free of charge.

Jadeite forms under high pressure in geologically unique conditions—primarily in areas associated with subduction zones—making it a mineral that bears direct witness to the movement and transformation of the Earth's crust. For millennia, it has been prized across diverse cultures—from Central America to China and Southeast Asia—where it was used to craft ornaments, ritual objects, and symbols of social status. In esoteric symbolism, jadeite is associated with harmony, protection, balance, prosperity, and a calm inner strength. The triquetra consists of three interlocking arcs that form a single, continuous whole. Triple motifs have a long tradition in Celtic art, appearing, for instance, in early medieval Irish and British works; however, the specific historical meaning of the triquetra cannot be definitively determined. In modern symbolism, it has become an emblem of interconnection, cyclicality, unity, and the concept of three—representing the past, present, and future; body, mind, and spirit; or three complementary forces. The combination of jade and the triquetra creates a symbol of balance and the continuous cycle of life. Jade brings stability, calm, and harmony, while the triquetra’s three interlocking lines remind us that the various parts of life form a unified whole. The green stone also naturally evokes the Celtic connection to the landscape, forests, and renewal, making the piece a symbol of the bond between the earth, humanity, and nature’s eternal cycle.

The piece is handcrafted from surgical steel, using a tin-silver alloy for the connections. It requires maintenance similar to silver—occasional polishing. In fact, the more the piece is worn, the better, as it polishes itself through contact with clothing and the wearer's skin. The metal is durable and free of nickel and heavy metals. The jewelry can be worn constantly, even in water, though it is advisable to dry it off afterwards and maintain it more frequently.