Greenstone

Greenstone is the English name for Pounamu, New Zealand's nephrite jade. It comes in a wide range of greens - from very pale milky tones through to rich deep greens. In pre-European times it was highly prized for tools and weapons, and in modern times it is still prized but used for far more peaceful pieces - beautiful jewelry that is reputed to keep the wearer safe over water when travelling.

DMC approximation 987/988 on linen and 368 on evenweave.

This colour works well on all available fabrics, with linen giving the brightest results. Lugana, other evenweaves and Aida give paler (more muted) results.